Description
A delicious and visually stunning quesadilla ring filled with cheese and your choice of toppings, perfect for parties or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend)
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded (optional)
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix the shredded cheese, chicken, bell peppers, onions, cilantro, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Place one tortilla on a baking sheet and spread a layer of the cheese mixture on top.
- Top with another tortilla and repeat the layering process until all ingredients are used, finishing with a tortilla on top.
- Brush the top tortilla with olive oil and cut the quesadilla into wedges, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the tortillas are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving with salsa.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite ingredients.
- Serve with guacamole or sour cream for added flavor.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Blooming Quesadilla Ring, Quesadilla Recipe, Party Appetizer