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Chicken Shawarma Quesadilla Melt

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A bold and comforting fusion dish featuring spiced chicken shawarma, sautéed peppers and onions, and a gooey blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheese, all melted inside crispy golden tortillas.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breast pieces, about 1 pound total, sliced thin
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 small red bell pepper, sliced thin
  • ½ medium red onion, sliced thin
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, optional

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. In a bowl, mix sliced chicken with 1 tablespoon olive oil, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, coriander, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
  3. Add remaining olive oil to the skillet and cook the chicken for 6 to 8 minutes until fully cooked and lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté sliced red onion and bell pepper for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly softened.
  5. Place one tortilla in the skillet. Sprinkle a layer of mozzarella and cheddar cheese, add chicken and vegetables evenly, then top with more cheese and place a second tortilla on top.
  6. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
  7. Remove from heat and let rest for 1 to 2 minutes before slicing.
  8. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice if desired and serve warm.

Notes

  • Marinate the chicken for at least 10 minutes for deeper flavor.
  • Cook on medium heat to prevent burning before the cheese melts.
  • Reheat leftovers in a skillet to restore crispiness.

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