Get ready to transform your appetizer game with these irresistible Mini Chicken Pimento Cheese Quesadillas that will have your guests begging for more! Imagine crispy, golden tortillas packed with creamy, zesty pimento cheese and tender shredded chicken, creating a mouthwatering fusion of American and Mexican cuisine that's impossible to resist. In just 25 minutes, you'll craft these delectable mini quesadillas that are perfect for game day, parties, or a quick and delicious lunch that will make your taste buds dance with joy!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup pimento cheese
- 4 small flour tortillas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by shredding the cooked chicken into small, uniform pieces using two forks. Finely chop the green onions and set aside.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with pimento cheese, stirring gently to ensure even distribution of ingredients. Mix until the chicken is well coated with the cheese.
- Lay out the flour tortillas on a clean work surface. Divide the chicken and pimento cheese mixture evenly among the tortillas, spreading it on one half of each tortilla.
- Fold the empty half of each tortilla over the filled side, creating a half-moon shape. Gently press down to seal the edges.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, carefully place the quesadillas in the pan.
- Cook for approximately 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortillas are golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is completely melted.
- Remove quesadillas from the skillet and let them rest for 1-2 minutes. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, slice each quesadilla into 2-3 smaller triangles.
- Garnish with the chopped green onions and serve immediately while warm and crispy.
Tips
- Ensure your chicken is thoroughly shredded and evenly mixed with pimento cheese for consistent flavor in every bite.
- Use medium heat when cooking to achieve that perfect golden-brown crispiness without burning the tortillas.
- Don't overfill the tortillas - leave a small border around the edges to help seal and prevent cheese from leaking.
- Let the quesadillas rest for a minute after cooking to allow the cheese to set and make cutting easier.
- For extra crispiness, you can press the quesadillas gently with a spatula while cooking.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor, as quesadillas tend to become less crispy as they cool.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 296kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 15g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 45mg
