Elevate your family's quesadilla night with a delightful twist! These Cheesy Chicken and Spinach Quesadillas combine tender chicken, vibrant spinach, and a medley of savory spices to create a mouthwatering experience that everyone will love. Easy to make and full of flavor, these quesadillas are perfect for a cozy dinner or a fun-filled family gathering.

Ingredients:

For the Filling:

• 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
• 2 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped
• 1 small red onion, finely diced
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

For Assembling:

• 8 medium-sized flour tortillas
• 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese or Mexican blend cheese
• 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

For Serving:

• Sour cream
• Salsa or pico de gallo
• Lime wedges

Instructions:

• In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced red onion and cook until translucent.
• Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, and smoked paprika. Sauté for another minute until fragrant.
• Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Toss in the cooked and shredded chicken breast, mixing well with the onion and spinach mixture. Allow the flavors to meld for a few minutes. Remove from heat.
• On a clean surface, lay out the flour tortillas. Divide the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly among 4 of the tortillas, spreading it out to cover the entire surface.
• Spoon the chicken and spinach mixture over the cheese on each of the 4 tortillas.
• Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh cilantro over the chicken mixture.
• Top each with one of the remaining tortillas to create a quesadilla "sandwich."
• In a large skillet or griddle, heat a small amount of olive oil or cooking spray over medium heat.
• Carefully place one assembled quesadilla in the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Repeat with the remaining quesadillas.
• Once cooked, remove the quesadillas from the skillet and let them cool slightly before cutting them into wedges.
• Serve the Cheesy Chicken and Spinach Quesadillas with a dollop of sour cream, a side of salsa or pico de gallo, and lime wedges for a zesty kick.

Preparation and Cooking: 25-30 minutes

Assembling and Cooking Quesadillas: 10-15 minutes

Enjoy your flavorful twist on classic quesadillas, a perfect meal for creating lasting family memories!