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Peach Quesadillas

Delicious Peach Quesadillas: Sweet Meets Savory Bliss

Making Peach Quesadillas blends sweet peaches and savory cheese for a quick, irresistible dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadilla
  • 2 medium Ripe Peaches Can substitute with mango or pineapple
  • 1 cup Cooked Chicken Shredded, can replace with shrimp or grilled halloumi
  • Tortillas Choose flour or corn for gluten-free
  • Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese Substitute with sharp cheddar or pepper jack
For the Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Can substitute with agave or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice Fresh is preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free
For Seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon Smoked Paprika Optional
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground Cumin Optional
  • ¼ teaspoon Red-Pepper Flakes Optional
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Cilantro Chopped, can substitute with parsley

Equipment

  • Non-Stick Skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Spatula

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Warm the skillet by heating a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter or olive oil.
  2. Sauté diced ripe peaches in the skillet for about 2-3 minutes until they soften slightly.
  3. Create the glaze by stirring in honey, fresh lime juice, and soy sauce, along with optional seasonings. Let simmer for 2 minutes.
  4. Incorporate shredded cooked chicken into the peach mixture and add half of the chopped cilantro.
  5. Assemble the quesadilla by laying out a tortilla, adding cheese, peach-chicken mixture, and topping with more cheese.
  6. Cook the quesadilla in the preheated skillet for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden-brown.
  7. Serve the cooked quesadilla on a cutting board, let it rest for 1 minute, then slice into wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 18gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are ripe for best flavor; avoid overfilling to maintain crispiness.

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