Tex-Mex Cookout Snack: Grilled Fajita Quesadilla with Smoky Chipotle Crema
A delicious Tex-Mex dish inspired by a famous restaurant recipe, with a twist of smoky chipotle crema and easy preparation.
Time: Prep 15 mins / Cook 10 mins / Total 25 mins
Servings: 2
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: Tex-Mex, Street Food
Allergens
Dairy, Gluten
Ingredients
4 large flour tortillas
1 lb chicken breast or shrimp, sliced into strips
1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 onion, thinly sliced
2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 avocado, sliced for garnish
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
For the Smoky Chipotle Crema:
In a blender, combine 1 cup sour cream, 1 chipotle in adobo sauce, 1 tbsp lime juice, salt to taste, and blend until smooth. Set aside. For the Grilled Fajita Quesadillas:
Season chicken or shrimp with salt and pepper. In a hot pan, cook until cooked through. Remove from heat and let cool. Slice into thin strips.
Heat a grill or griddle to medium high heat. Brush with oil to prevent sticking. Place one tortilla on the grill and add 1/2 cup cheese, chicken or shrimp, bell pepper, onion slices, and chopped cilantro. Top with another tortilla.
Cook for 2 3 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted. Repeat with remaining tortillas and ingredients.
Slice each quesadilla into four wedges and serve with a drizzle of smoky chipotle crema, avocado slices, and additional toppings as desired.
Chef’s Insight
The smoky chipotle crema adds a unique twist to the classic fajita quesadilla.