Delicious Shrimp and Green Chile Quesadilla Recipe

This shrimp and green chile quesadilla is a perfect blend of spicy green chiles, succulent shrimp, and gooey melted cheese, all sandwiched between crisp tortillas. It's a quick and easy meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 can diced green chiles
• 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 4 large flour tortillas
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Sour cream, salsa, and guacamole for serving

Directions

1. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side.
3. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and chop into bite-sized pieces.
4. In a bowl, mix the shrimp, diced green chiles, cumin, chili powder, and salt and pepper.
5. Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle with cheese.
6. Top with the shrimp mixture and another tortilla.
7. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until the cheese is melted and the tortillas are crispy.
8. Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make additional quesadillas.
9. Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve with sour cream, salsa, and guacamole.

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