Description
Sizzling Black Pepper Chicken and Salami Quesadillas combine robust flavors with creamy avocado basil ranch for a mouthwatering fusion. Crisp tortillas packed with spicy chicken, savory salami, and zesty sauce promise an irresistible meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large tortillas
- 1 ½ cups gouda cheese
- 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese
- 1–1 ½ cups grilled chicken, sliced
- 1 avocado, chopped
Meat and Vegetable Ingredients:
- 6 slices salami, chopped
- 1–2 cups baby arugula
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
- ¼ cup dill pickles, chopped
- ¼ cup pepperoncini, chopped
Sauce and Seasoning Ingredients:
- ½ cup honey mustard
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons buttermilk
- 1 cup fresh basil
- ½ cup fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup fresh chives, chopped
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Craft the zesty basil ranch by pulsing herbs, creamy elements, and seasonings in a blender until silky and well-integrated, fine-tuning flavors to taste.
- Lay out a tortilla and strategically position shredded cheese as a foundational layer, creating a melty base for subsequent ingredients.
- Cascade arugula across the cheese, then meticulously arrange tender chicken pieces, followed by vibrant sun-dried tomatoes and crisp pickle slices.
- Distribute salami fragments evenly, ensuring balanced flavor distribution throughout the quesadilla’s surface.
- Drizzle homemade basil ranch and tangy honey mustard across the assembled ingredients, allowing sauces to seep between layers.
- Sprinkle an additional cheese layer to seal the fillings, then gently fold the tortilla into a half-moon shape.
- Warm a skillet with a delicate olive oil sheen over medium heat, carefully transferring the quesadilla into the pan.
- Sear each side for 2-3 minutes, monitoring closely to achieve a golden-brown, crispy exterior without burning.
- Remove from heat, slice into wedges, and plate alongside creamy avocado slices and extra basil ranch for dipping.
Notes
- Swapping salami for turkey or plant-based alternatives creates a lighter, healthier version while maintaining rich flavor profiles.
- Adjust cheese quantity based on dietary preferences, using low-fat or dairy-free options for those monitoring calorie intake.
- Toasting tortillas beforehand enhances crispiness and prevents soggy quesadillas, ensuring perfect golden-brown texture every time.
- Fresh herbs like cilantro or additional spices such as sm
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg