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Quesadillas are more than just a staple in Mexican cuisine; they are a culinary canvas that invites creativity and variation. These delightful dishes consist of tortillas filled with a combination of cheese and other fillings, folded in half and cooked until crispy and golden. Their versatility makes them popular for any meal of the day—breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Whether served as a quick snack or a satisfying meal, quesadillas hold a special place in the hearts of food lovers everywhere.

Green Chili Breakfast Quesadilla

Discover a flavorful twist on a classic dish with the Spicy Sunrise Green Chili Quesadilla. This delicious recipe blends the heat of fresh green chilies with savory breakfast sausage or chorizo, creating an irresistible filling enveloped in crispy flour tortillas. Melted Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses add richness, while aromatic onions and garlic enhance the taste experience. Perfect for any mealtime, this quesadilla invites creativity and satisfies cravings like no other. Dive into this culinary adventure and elevate your quesadilla game!
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Ingredients
  

4 large flour tortillas

1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

1 cup cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage (or chorizo)

1/2 cup fresh green chilies, diced (mild or spicy as preferred)

1/2 medium onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons olive oil

Salsa and sour cream, for serving

Instructions
 

Prep the Filling: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent (about 3-4 minutes). Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

    Add the Meat and Chilies: To the skillet, add the cooked breakfast sausage (or chorizo) and diced green chilies. Season with ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together and let it heat through for about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and fold in the fresh cilantro.

      Assemble the Quesadillas: Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface, and sprinkle half of it with a portion of the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Next, add a generous amount of the sausage and green chili filling on top of the cheese. Finally, sprinkle more cheese on top and fold the tortilla in half to create a semi-circle.

        Cook the Quesadillas: In the same skillet (or a clean one), heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Place the folded quesadilla in the skillet and cook until golden brown on one side (about 3-4 minutes). Carefully flip and cook the other side until golden brown and the cheese is melted (another 3-4 minutes). Repeat with remaining tortillas.

          Cut and Serve: Once cooked, remove the quesadillas from the skillet and let them cool for a minute. Cut each quesadilla into wedges. Serve hot with salsa and sour cream on the side.

            Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 minutes | 25 minutes | 4 servings