Mango Chipotle Chicken Quesadillas (Print)

Smoky chicken, sweet mango, and melty cheese meld in crispy quesadillas bursting with bold flavor and balanced heat.

# Components:

→ Chicken Preparation

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 14 oz), cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
04 - 1 tablespoon adobo sauce (from the chipotle can)
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
06 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Quesadilla Assembly

09 - 4 large flour tortillas (10 in diameter)
10 - 1 large ripe mango, peeled and diced
11 - 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
12 - 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese
13 - 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - 1 tablespoon butter or additional olive oil (for cooking)

→ For Serving

15 - Sour cream
16 - Salsa
17 - Lime wedges

# Directions:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine chicken pieces, olive oil, chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and lightly charred. Remove the chicken from the pan.
03 - Wipe out the skillet and lower the heat to medium.
04 - Lay a flour tortilla on a clean work surface. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over one side of the tortilla. Add one-fourth of the cooked chicken, diced mango, sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro. Top with remaining cheese. Fold the tortilla to enclose the filling. Repeat with remaining tortillas and fillings.
05 - Melt butter or olive oil in the skillet. Cook each quesadilla for 2 to 3 minutes per side, pressing gently, until golden brown and cheese is melted. Transfer to a cutting board.
06 - Allow quesadillas to rest for 1 minute, then cut into wedges.
07 - Serve warm with sour cream, salsa, and lime wedges as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Relies on easy to find ingredients you likely have already
  • Balanced flavors with a touch of smoky heat and natural sweetness
  • Quick enough for busy nights and ready in around half an hour
  • Customizable for different tastes whether you want more spice or extra cheese
02 -
  • High in protein and satisfying as a main dish
  • Sweet and spicy flavors appeal to both adults and kids
  • Perfect for prep ahead and easy to reheat
03 -
  • Do not rush cooking the chicken A good char brings out the flavor and makes a difference in every bite
  • Always use ripe mango for the sweetest contrast Feel for a slight give when you press the fruit
  • Cut quesadillas after resting for just a minute to keep cheese and filling from spilling out everywhere

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