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Green Chile Chicken Quesadilla Sticks

Crispy Green Chile Chicken Quesadilla Sticks for Game Day Fun

These Green Chile Chicken Quesadilla Sticks are crispy, cheesy bites packed with flavor, perfect for game day or cozy nights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 sticks
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadilla Sticks
  • 4 pieces Flour Tortillas Whole wheat for added health benefits
  • 4 pieces Mozzarella String Cheese Can substitute with cheddar or pepper jack
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken saves time; substitute with black beans for vegetarian
  • 1 cup Green Chiles Adjust based on desired spice level; fresh jalapeños for more heat
  • 1/2 cup Flour + Water Paste

Equipment

  • large frying pan
  • medium bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Filling: Mix shredded chicken and green chiles in a medium bowl until evenly combined.
  2. Assemble the Sticks: Place one mozzarella string cheese in the center of a tortilla, add the chicken mixture, roll tightly, and seal with flour and water paste.
  3. Heat the Oil: In a large frying pan, heat about half an inch of vegetable oil to 350°F.
  4. Fry Until Golden: Fry each quesadilla stick for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Drain Excess Oil: Remove sticks from the pan and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
  6. Serve Warm: Serve the sticks warm with dips like guacamole, sour cream, or salsa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stickCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a variety of dipping options, consider salsa verde or cilantro-lime sour cream.

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