Cinco de Mayo (Spanish for “fifth of May”) is a regional holiday in Mexico, primarily celebrated in the state of Puebla, with some limited recognition in other parts of Mexico.

But here in the US it has grown to be a very popular holiday and celebration. So here is a great recipe for chicken quesedilla. – Enjoy!

Tell us about your favorite Cinco de Mayo recipe!

Grilled Chicken Quesadillas
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Submitted By: Thuy Ortiz
Photo By: PARKER71
Prep Time: 35 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Ready In: 1 Hour 5 Minutes
Servings: 6
“This recipe is a delicious snap. The meat is coated with adobo seasoning, grilled, and cut into bite-sized pieces. Then a tortilla is layered with cheese, chile peppers, chicken, and olives.”
Ingredients:
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken
thighs
adobo seasoning to taste
12 (10 inch) flour tortillas
1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese
blend
1 onion, chopped
1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives,
drained
1 (7 ounce) can diced green chilies,
drained
Directions:
1. Place the chicken on a plate, and sprinkle with adobo seasoning on both sides. Let it marinate for 15 minutes.
2. Heat grill for medium-high heat.
3. Lightly oil the grill grate. Place chicken on grill, and cook for 10 minutes per side, or until juices run clear. Remove chicken from grill, and cut into bite-size pieces.
4. Place one or two tortillas on the grill, and sprinkle with a thin layer of cheese, chicken, onion, olives, and chiles. Top with another tortilla, and grill until brown and crispy on both sides, about 3 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Cut into wedges to serve.

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