Chicken Tikka Masala Quesadillas

Chicken Tikka Masala Quesadillas

Fusion dish combining Indian flavors with Mexican technique

Yield SERVES 4
Prep Time
Cook Time
Total Time
Difficulty MEDIUM

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken filling
    In a medium bowl, combine the diced chicken with tikka masala sauce, garam masala, and ground cumin. Mix well to ensure all chicken pieces are evenly coated with the spices and sauce.
  2. Sauté the vegetables
    Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced red onion and bell peppers, cooking for 3-4 minutes until softened but still slightly crisp. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Assemble the quesadillas
    Lay out 4 tortillas on a clean surface. Divide the chicken mixture evenly among them, spreading it to cover half of each tortilla. Top with the sautéed vegetables, sprinkle with cheese, and add some fresh cilantro. Fold the empty half of each tortilla over the filling to create a half-moon shape.
  4. Cook the quesadillas
    Heat the remaining oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook each quesadilla for 2-3 minutes per side, until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Work in batches if necessary, adding more oil as needed.
  5. Slice and serve
    Transfer the quesadillas to a cutting board and let them rest for 1 minute. Cut each quesadilla into 3 triangles. Serve hot with a side of plain yogurt for dipping and garnish with additional fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutritional Information

480
Calories
per serving
28
Protein
g per serving
35
Carbohydrates
g per serving
24
Total Fat
g per serving
9
Saturated Fat
g per serving
3
Fiber
g per serving
4
Sugar
g per serving
780
Sodium
mg per serving
12
Vitamin C
% daily value
15
Iron
% daily value

Chicken Tikka Masala Quesadillas are Also Known As

Tandoori Chicken Quesadillas, Masala Fusion Quesadillas or Indian Spiced Cheese Quesadillas