Pull-Apart Chicken and Cheese Quesadilla Ring Recipe
This Pull Apart Quesadilla is a fun and delicious twist on traditional quesadillas, featuring rolled tortilla cones filled with a flavorful chicken mixture and layered with melted pepper jack and cheddar cheese. Perfect for sharing, it’s baked to golden perfection and served with salsa for dipping, making it an ideal appetizer or party snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 3 servings (20 tortilla cones) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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Chicken Mixture
- 3 cups rotisserie chicken, chopped
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 can diced green chiles (4 oz)
- 1 cup taco sauce
Quesadilla Cones
- 20 taco-size tortillas
- 6 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Garnish
- Cilantro, chopped for garnish
- Salsa for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to get it ready for baking the quesadilla cones.
- Mix the chicken filling: In a large bowl, combine the chopped rotisserie chicken, green onions, red bell pepper, diced green chiles, and taco sauce. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Prepare the tortillas: Cut each taco-size tortilla in half. On each half, add about 3 tablespoons of shredded pepper jack cheese followed by a spoonful of the chicken mixture.
- Roll the cones: Carefully roll each tortilla half into a cone shape, starting from the cut edge. Make sure to roll tightly enough so the filling doesn’t spill out.
- Arrange cones on pan: Place a clean glass jar or glass container in the center of a pizza pan. Arrange about 13 tortilla cones in a ring around the jar, with the pointed ends touching the jar in the center.
- Add cheese layers: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the first layer of cones. Then repeat layering the remaining cones in two more layers, adding cheddar cheese between layers and on top to cover evenly. Once layered, carefully remove the jar from the center.
- Bake the quesadilla: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted thoroughly and the edges of the tortillas turn golden brown and crispy.
- Serve and garnish: Transfer the baked quesadilla ring to a serving plate. Place a bowl of salsa in the center where the jar was and sprinkle chopped cilantro over the top for a fresh garnish.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately while warm, pulling apart the quesadilla cones for a flavorful finger food experience perfect for sharing.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting and flavor.
- Rotisserie chicken can be substituted with shredded cooked chicken breast if preferred.
- Adjust the amount of taco sauce to control the spice level.
- For a milder version, omit the diced green chiles or replace them with mild green peppers.
- Serve with additional sides like guacamole or sour cream for extra flavor.
- Make sure to use a sturdy tortilla to hold the filling without tearing.
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