Easy Jerk Chicken Alfredo Quesadilla Recipe
Hey, foodie friends! Let's dive into something delicious – my Jerk Chicken Alfredo Quesadilla. It's a mix of jerk chicken and creamy Alfredo sauce, all tucked into a crispy quesadilla. Simple and scrumptious! Follow along for an easy guide to making this flavorful dish in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp Jamaican jerk seasoning
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix jerk seasoning, olive oil, soy sauce, brown sugar, and minced garlic.
- Coat chicken thighs with the marinade, ensuring they are well-covered.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for maximum flavor.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add heavy cream, stirring until it simmers.
- Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Grill marinated jerk chicken until fully cooked, then slice into strips.
- Spread Alfredo sauce generously over a flour tortilla.
- Place a portion of grilled jerk chicken on one half of the tortilla.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the chicken and fold the tortilla in half.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with cooking spray.
- Cook the quesadilla for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Repeat for the remaining quesadillas.