Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of summer with these Caramelized Pineapple Chicken Quesadillas, perfectly complemented by a refreshing Strawberry Salsa. This delightful dish marries the sweetness of caramelized pineapple with tender chicken, all wrapped in warm tortillas for a satisfying meal that’s both sweet and savory. With just 15 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes of cooking, you can effortlessly whip up this crowd-pleaser for lunch or casual gatherings. The addition of fresh strawberries and cilantro in the salsa elevates every bite, making it a versatile dish loved by all. Enjoy these quesadillas hot, paired with zesty garnishes for an unforgettable taste experience.
Ingredients
- Coconut oil
- Pineapple chunks
- Onion
- Red bell pepper
- Jalapeno pepper
- Chicken (boneless and skinless)
- Cheddar cheese
- Cilantro
- Tortillas (corn or flour)
- Strawberries
- Tomato
- Lemon juice
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon coconut oil. Sauté pineapple chunks with salt and cinnamon until caramelized (6–8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add another ½ tablespoon coconut oil and cook sliced onion and red bell pepper until softened (3–5 minutes). Add shredded chicken until heated through.
- Combine the chicken mixture with caramelized pineapple. Reduce heat to low, place one tortilla in the skillet, and layer with cheese, chicken mixture, cilantro, and more cheese. Cook until golden brown on each side.
- For Strawberry Salsa, mix chopped tomato, strawberries, diced onion, jalapeno, cilantro, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Serve quesadillas hot alongside the fresh strawberry salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg