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Chile Relleno Quesadilla

Delicious Chile Relleno Quesadilla for Quick Comfort Food

A quick and satisfying Chile Relleno Quesadilla featuring roasted poblano peppers and creamy cheese.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 2 quesadillas
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 peppers Poblano Peppers Fresh, for best roasting results
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese Feel free to substitute with mozzarella or pepperjack
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Cilantro Optional, for added herbal brightness
For the Quesadilla
  • 2 large Flour Tortilla Essential base for the quesadilla
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can substitute with olive oil for a lighter option
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Optional, but recommended for flavor enhancement

Equipment

  • nonstick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chile Relleno Quesadilla
  1. Roast the poblano peppers under a broiler preheated to high, allowing them to char for about 10 minutes.
  2. Place the roasted peppers in a zip-top bag for 10 minutes to sweat, making peeling easier.
  3. Peel off charred skin, remove seeds, and slice the peppers thinly.
  4. In a nonstick skillet, melt unsalted butter over medium heat until it bubbles gently.
  5. Assemble the quesadilla by laying a tortilla down, adding cheese, peppers, garlic powder, and cilantro, then fold in half.
  6. Cook the folded quesadilla for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Slice the quesadilla into triangles and serve warm with sour cream or salsa verde.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 340mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the quesadilla to rest for a minute before slicing for cleaner cuts. Use low heat for reheating to maintain crispiness.

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