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Jack O’ Lantern Quesadillas

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Ingredients

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For the Quesadillas:

  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
  • ½ cup bell peppers (finely chopped)
  • ½ teaspoon taco seasoning (optional)
  • Cooking spray or olive oil

For the Jack O’ Lantern Faces:

  • Black olives (sliced, for eyes and mouths)
  • Fresh cilantro (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Filling

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, chopped bell peppers, and taco seasoning (if using). Mix well to combine.

Step 2: Cut Out the Faces

  • Using a small knife or a cookie cutter, carefully cut out jack-o’-lantern faces in the center of two tortillas. Make sure to leave enough border to hold the filling.

Step 3: Assemble the Quesadillas

  • Place half of the tortillas (without the cutouts) in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Evenly distribute the filling mixture over these tortillas, then top with the tortillas that have the cut-out faces.

Step 4: Cook the Quesadillas

  • Cook the quesadillas for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese has melted. You can add a bit of cooking spray or olive oil to the skillet to prevent sticking.

Step 5: Serve and Garnish

  • Remove the quesadillas from the skillet and let them cool slightly. Cut into wedges and arrange on a serving platter. Use the sliced olives to create eyes and mouths on the jack-o’-lantern faces, and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

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