GORDON AND GARY'S PESTO CHICKEN QUESADILLAS
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 52m
Yield 4 servings as an appetizer
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- First make the pesto:
- In a sturdy and large plastic cup put a large handful of fresh basil leaves, 1 clove of garlic, a 1/4 cup of roasted almonds, 1/4 cup of shredded Parmesan, a drizzle of olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Use an immersion blender to blend it all together, until smooth and bright green. Reserve.
- For the chicken:
- Mix together the paprika, pepper, and cumin in a bowl with a teaspoon of salt. Dust the chicken breasts with the spice mixture and rub in. Grill on a medium hot grill, turning occasionally until chicken is just cooked through. Depending on how thick the breasts are, about 5 to 6 minutes per side. Remove from grill and let rest. Cut the chicken into 1/2-inch slices and set aside. Lay a tortilla over low heat on the grill and spread a thin layer of pesto over it. Lay the strips of chicken over the tortilla and sprinkle with Parmesan, cover with another tortilla. Cook until you get color on the bottom and carefully flip it over to cook the other side. Once it is done, remove from heat and let rest for 1 minute. Cut the tortilla like a pizza and serve.
SHRIMP AND CILANTRO PESTO QUESADILLA
Cilantro adds its sharp green presence to this quesadilla, which is topped with a sprinkling of brassy ancho chile powder.
Provided by Bobby Flay | Bio & Top Recipes
Categories appetizer
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- Season the shrimp with salt and pepper, to taste. In a small skillet over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and saute the shrimp for 1 1/2 minutes on each side. Reserve for garnish.
- Place 2 tortillas on an ungreased baking sheet, sprinkle half the cheeses and 1 1/2 tablespoons pesto on each, and season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Stack the 2 layers and cover with the remaining tortilla. Brush with 1 tablespoon oil and sprinkle evenly with ancho chile powder. May be prepared 1 day ahead up to this point and refrigerated. Bake for 8 to 12 minutes or until the tortillas are slightly crisp and the cheese has melted.
- Cut into quarters and serve hot, garnished with the shrimp, more pesto, and sour cream.
- In a food processor, combine cilantro, garlic, pumpkinseeds, lime juice, salt and pepper. With the motor running, slowly add the olive oil until sauce is emulsified. May be prepared up to 2 days ahead, covered, and refrigerated. Bring to room temperature 1 hour before serving.
- Yield: 1 cup
SHRIMP AND CILANTRO PESTO QUESADILLA
These are fantastic. The oven baking method produces a quesadilla that is uncommonly crisp and light, but they work just as well on a grill. They're a cinch to assemble ahead of time, which makes them perfect for entertaining. Cut into eighths for ideal hors d'oeuvres or into quarters for a light lunch. Delicious!
Provided by MarieRynr
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 27m
Yield 1 quesadilla
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Make the cilantro pesto: in a food processor, blend all of the ingredients except for the olive oil. While the processor is running, slowly add the olive oil. Cover the pesto and refrigerate. (Will keep in the fridge for 2 to 3 days)Preheat oven to 450*F.
- Place two tortillas on an undgreased baking sheet.
- Sprread each with 2 TBS of the pesto and sprinkle with the cheeses. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stack one tortilla on top of the other and cover with the remaining tortilla. Brush the top with 1 TBs of olive oil and sprinkle evenly with the ancho powder.
- Bake until the tortillas are slightly crisp and the cheese has melted, 8 to 12 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 TBs of olive oil. Season the shrimp and saute for 2 1/2 minutes on each side.
- Cut the quesadillas into quarters. Garnish with the remaining tablespoon of pesto, the shrimp and the sour cream and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1893.3, Fat 178.7, SaturatedFat 64.9, Cholesterol 289.9, Sodium 1579.3, Carbohydrate 6.9, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1.8, Protein 69.4
CHICKEN QUESADILLAS WITH POBLANO PESTO
Using left-over or deli rotisserie chicken, these quesadillas are a cut above the norm, perked up with the as-spicy-as-you-wish poblano pesto.
Provided by SusieQusie
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Put poblanos, pumpkin seeds,cilantro and serranos in a food processor and pulse until puréed.
- Add the oil in a steady stream with the machine running.
- Add the lime juice and salt, mixing well.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Spread 1/4 cup of the pesto on each tortilla.
- Distribute 1/2 cup chicken on each tortilla and sprinkle with Monterrey Jack and Parmesan cheese.
- Fold tortillas in half.
- Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat.
- Sauté quesadillas for 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until the tortillas are golden brown and all the cheese is melted.
- Let cool for 1 minute and cut each quesadilla into thirds. Serve with any remaining pesto or salsa of your choice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 649.1, Fat 37.5, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 98.4, Sodium 1040, Carbohydrate 40.6, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 3, Protein 38.1
PESTO-ZUCCHINI QUESADILLAS
These quick 'n easy quesadillas are perfect for the late night snacker with discriminating tastes, or the bachelor/ette cooking for one. (though multiples are entirely possible - cooking them simultaneously will surely take balancing!). When cut into smaller wedges, these are also ideal as appetizers, and can be served between warm and room temperature. (*a plus to serve on St. Patty's day, as all the ingredients are GREEN!)
Provided by maesyn
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 7m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut zucchini into 1/2 cm wedges and sauté until outsides begin to get slightly crispy.
- Meanwhile, spray a large skillet with Pam, turn the stove to medium-low heat, and lay down your tortilla.
- Coat the entire tortilla with a thin coat of pesto.
- Sprinkle with grated cheese.
- When zucchini is done, spread pieces over one half of the tortilla.
- Cut avocado into slices and spread evenly over zucchini.
- Fold over quesadilla, and turn heat up to medium-high.
- Flip occasionally until cheese is melted.
- Serve with light sour cream and salsa.
PESTO AND GOAT CHEESE QUESADILLAS
This is an easy-to-throw-together, incredibly delicious appetizer that can be whipped up in just a couple of minutes. I'm sure you and your guests will love it as much as we do! Be sure to use the best quality tortillas you can find (we use homemade from the local Mexican bakery).
Provided by DangerBun
Categories Cheese
Time 10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over med/med high heat.
- Meanwhile, spread one side of one tortilla with goat cheese. Spread one side of the other tortilla with pesto.
- Sandwich tortillas together with the filling on the inside.
- When oil is hot, add the quesadilla to the pan. Cook until the bottom side is crispy and golden brown.
- Flip quesadilla and continue cooking on the remaining side. If necessary, you may add a splash more olive oil at this step.
- When quesadilla is golden brown and crispy on both sides, remove from pan and drain on a paper towel.
- Slice into 6-8 servings (depending on size) and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.4, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 7.5, Sodium 112.4, Carbohydrate 5.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.4, Protein 2.9
PESTO QUESADILLAS
This recipe is from Parenting magazine.It is very easy and my kids love to help assemble the quesadillas! The pesto gives it such a great flavor even our 2 year old loves them! We have also tried adding different things such as red peppers, onions and chick peas and they are always great. They are delicious paired with avocados.
Provided by PJam9910
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Spread 2 teaspoons pesto on half of each tortilla.
- On the other half sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Add 1/4 cup of corn, spinach, and tomatoes. Top with more cheese.
- Fold and cook over medium-high heat for a couple minutes on each side, until the cheese is melted.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 671.6, Fat 22.6, SaturatedFat 9.7, Cholesterol 44.2, Sodium 1081.8, Carbohydrate 94.8, Fiber 8.1, Sugar 3.6, Protein 27.4
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