Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1/2 cup chorizo, casing removed and crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack or a Mexican blend)
  • 1/2 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
  • Cooking spray or olive oil for greasing

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chorizo until it begins to brown.
  3. Add diced bell pepper and onion to the skillet and cook until softened.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cooked chorizo, sautéed vegetables, cheese, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Lay a tortilla on a flat surface and spoon filling mixture onto half of the tortilla.
  6. Fold the other half over the filling and press gently.
  7. Lightly grease a baking sheet with cooking spray or olive oil and place quesadillas on it.
  8. Optionally, brush the tops with olive oil for extra crispness.
  9. Bake in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until tortillas are golden brown and cheese is melted.
  10. Remove from the oven, cut into halves, and serve with your choice of toppings.