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The Best Turkey Quesadilla

By: John Goins from winosity.com
The Best Turkey Quesadilla

"Turkey is the ultimate American meat. So, why not use it in a quesadilla? Quesadillas are found to be older than the famous tacos and burritos. Quesadillas came from the northern and central parts of Mexico in the 16th century. This recipe uses a celebrated protein, which is turkey. This turkey quesadilla has flavorful meat, which is versatile in terms of flavor and can stand as a great ingredient in any cuisine. According to books and research, the literal meaning of Quesadilla is a “little cheesy thing.” We always think about a strand of cheese oozing out the tortilla."

Serves4

Preparation Time10 min

Cooking Time30 min

Cooking MethodSkillet

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 ounce green bell peppers
  • 1 ounce onion
  • 18 ounce turkey breast
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (spices)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin (spices)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano (spices)
  • 4 medium flour tortillas
  • 2 cup shredded Monterey jack
  • 2 cup shredded cheddar
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Sour cream, for serving
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup chicken stock

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil.

  2. Add chopped peppers and minced onion.

  3. Cook until soft for 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.

  4. Sauté chopped turkey breast.

  5. Add stock, spices, and simmer for 15 minutes.

  6. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside to cool.

  7. Add 1 flour tortilla to skillet.

  8. Sprinkle the cheese, turkey mixture, and pepper-onion mixture into the half portion of tortilla.

  9. Fold the other half of the tortilla over and cook.

  10. Cook each side for 3 minutes.

  11. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.

  12. Slice into wedges and serve with sour cream.

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