The Ultimate Spicy Chicken Quesadilla, a sizzling blend of flavors
Check out this Spicy Chicken Quesadilla with Gochujang Salsa! It’s a tasty twist on the classic dish, blending spicy chicken, gooey cheese, and tangy-sweet salsa with a Korean kick. We layer seasoned chicken, melted cheese, and spicy gochujang salsa between tortillas, then grill until golden and crispy. The gochujang salsa adds a unique tangy flavour that pairs perfectly with the savoury chicken and cheese.
What’s unique about this dish is the mix of Mexican and Korean flavours, creating a mouthwatering blend of sweet, spicy, and tangy tastes. The zesty kick from the gochujang salsa, made with Korean chilli paste, tomatoes, onions, and cilantro, takes it to the next level.
Enjoy it as a quick meal, or serve it as a crowd-pleasing party appetizer. With its bold flavours and crispy texture, it’s sure to be a hit with anyone who loves a bit of heat in their food.
Recipe
To make our spicy chicken quesadilla, we cook seasoned chicken until it is juicy, then layer it with cheese between tortillas. We grill until crispy, then add spicy gochujang salsa for a flavorful kick.
Ingredients
For the spicy chicken
For the Gochujang Salsa
For the Quesadillas
Execution
01
Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine thinly sliced chicken breasts with olive oil, chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
02
Prepare the Gochujang Salsa: In a separate bowl, mix diced tomatoes, chopped onion, cilantro, gochujang, lime juice, and salt. Stir until all the ingredients are well combined. Set the salsa aside for later use.
03
Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken slices to the skillet. Cook them for 5–6 minutes until fully cooked and slightly browned. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the heat and set it aside.
04
Assemble the Quesadillas: Place four tortillas on a clean surface. Sprinkle shredded cheese on each, add cooked chicken slices and gochujang salsa, and top with another tortilla.
05
Cook the Quesadillas: Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a small amount of vegetable oil. Carefully transfer the assembled quesadillas to the skillet or griddle. Cook them on each side for 2-3 minutes until they turn golden brown and crispy and the cheese melts.
06
Repeat the Process: If you have remaining tortillas and filling ingredients, repeat the assembly and cooking process until all the quesadillas are prepared.
07
Slice and Serve: Once the quesadillas are cooked, remove them from the skillet or griddle and cool for a minute. Then, use a pizza cutter or sharp knife to cut each quesadilla into wedges. Serve the slices with hot gochujang salsa on the side, and enjoy your delicious meal.
Additional Tips
- Adjust the amount of gochujang salsa to suit your spice tolerance. Start with a small amount and add more gradually to achieve the desired level of spiciness.
- Experiment with different cheese blends and veggies like bell peppers or onions, or swap the chicken for shrimp or tofu for unique flavour variations.