Blooming Quesadilla Ring
This stunning Blooming Quesadilla Ring is a delightful twist on traditional quesadillas, featuring layers of gooey mozzarella cheese, seasoned chicken, and vibrant bell peppers. When baked, it opens up like a blooming flower, making it the perfect centerpiece for game nights or casual gatherings. Easy to customize with your favorite fillings, this dish is sure to be a hit at any table!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cooked, shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (red and yellow)
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with nonstick spray.
- Lay one tortilla as the base and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Layer on shredded chicken, bell peppers, green onions, and spices. Top with another tortilla and repeat until stacked.
- Transfer the stack to the baking sheet and slice from the center outward without cutting all the way through.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 50mg