The Ultimate Quesadilla

Directions

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1. Heat a large skillet (cast iron preferred) over medium-high heat.
2. Add 1/2 tsp olive oil or butter and spread around the pan.
3. Place 1 large flour tortilla in the pan and flip every 10 seconds until air pockets form, about 1 minute.
4. Sprinkle 1/2 cup grated cheese over the tortilla, keeping it away from the edges.
5. Add the following:

   • 1 green onion
   • 2 tbsp black olives
   • 2 tbsp fresh tomatoes
   • Pre-cooked diced chicken
6. Reduce heat to low and cover.
7. Check after 1 minute; re-cover and repeat until cheese is fully melted. Remove from heat if smoking.
8. Fold one half of the tortilla over the other like an omelette.
9. If not yet browned, raise heat to high and flip every 10 seconds until golden.
10. Cut into wedges and serve with salsa, sour cream, guacamole, and optionally thinly sliced iceberg lettuce dressed with apple cider vinegar and kosher salt.

Kitchen notes