Green Chili Pork Quesadillas

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 11

Green Chili Pork Quesadillas Recipe

by The Chefin Mexican

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

427

Sugar

Fat

22g

Green Chili Pork Quesadillas are a popular Mexican dish that can be found in restaurants and homes across the country. The recipe features ground pork cooked with onions, salsa, and green chilies, then layered with melted cheddar cheese and folded into a crisp flour tortilla. The dish is easy to make and can be customized with your favorite toppings like guacamole, sour cream, or jalapenos. Green Chili Pork Quesadillas are often served with a side of rice and beans for a complete meal that the whole family will love.

Instructions

1.	In a large skillet, brown the pork and onion over medium heat until cooked through and no longer pink. Drain any excess grease.
2.	Mix in the salt, salsa, and green chilies.
3.	Turn the heat to low and add in the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted.
4.	Preheat a griddle or large skillet over medium-high heat.
5.	Place a flour tortilla on the griddle and spoon about 1/4 cup of the pork and cheese mixture on one half of the tortilla.
6.	Fold the tortilla in half and lightly press down with a spatula. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
7.	Repeat with the remaining tortillas and pork mixture, spraying the griddle with cooking spray as needed.

PROS

Green Chili Pork Quesadillas are a delicious and easy weeknight meal that can be customized to your liking.

The recipe is simple to follow and can be made in under 30 minutes.

The dish is packed with flavor from the green chilies, salsa, and melted cheddar cheese.

CONS

Green Chili Pork Quesadillas can be high in fat and calories depending on the amount of cheese used.

They contain flour tortillas, which may not be suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Green Chili Pork Quesadillas can be a good source of protein, especially when made with lean ground pork.
The dish also contains vegetables like onions and green chilies, which provide important nutrients like vitamin C and potassium.
Using reduced-fat cheese and whole wheat tortillas can help reduce the overall calorie and fat content of the dish.

	1 lb ground pork
	1 medium onion , chopped
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	3/4 cup chunky salsa
	1 can chopped green chilies , drained
	2 cups cheddar cheese , shredded
	10 medium flour tortillas
	vegetable oil cooking spray