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Irresistible Birria Turkey Quesadillas Recipe for Bold Flavor

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These Birria Turkey Quesadillas are packed with bold, savory flavors, blending tender turkey with a rich, spiced sauce and cheesy, crispy tortillas.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or diced
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Mexican cheese blend
  • 8 corn tortillas (or flour tortillas)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 medium tomatoes, fresh or canned
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, optional for garnish
  • 1 lime, sliced for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the birria-style sauce: In a small saucepan, heat a drizzle of oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant and softened, about 3 minutes.
  2. Stir in the tomatoes, chipotle peppers, beef broth, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. Prepare the turkey filling: In a bowl, mix the shredded turkey with about 1/4 cup of the birria-style sauce until coated.
  5. Assemble the quesadillas: Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with vegetable oil. Place a tortilla onto the skillet.
  6. Sprinkle a layer of cheese evenly over half the tortilla, followed by the turkey mixture. Fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling.
  7. Cook the quesadillas: Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, gently pressing with a spatula, until the tortilla is golden and crispy and the cheese is melted.
  8. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
  9. Serve hot with extra birria sauce for dipping, a squeeze of lime, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

[‘Don’t overload the quesadillas to make flipping easier.’, ‘Medium heat works best to crisp the tortilla without burning it.’, ‘Covering the skillet briefly helps the cheese melt faster.’, ‘Prep the birria sauce and turkey filling ahead of time for quicker assembly.’, ‘Serve with additional birria sauce on the side for dipping.’]

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Keywords: Birria, Turkey Quesadillas, Mexican Recipe, Easy Dinner, Leftover Turkey, Bold Flavor, Quick Meal

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