# Chicken quesadilla (from Nick's Kitchen)

Video: [How To Make The Best Chicken Quesadillas](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlm8QFe8nw8) by [Nick's Kitchen](https://www.youtube.com/@NicksKitchen).
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- Serves: not stated
- Total time: not stated
- Ontario estimate*: ~$7.93 per serving, ~$23.79 for ~3 portions (assumed); saves ~$8.07* per serving (50%) vs ordering out (~$16.00*). * Estimate: 6 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario Mexican plate at ~$16, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

## Ingredients

- a bit mexican oregano _(amount estimated)_
- a bit coriander _(amount estimated)_
- a bit cumin _(amount estimated)_
- a bit garlic powder _(amount estimated)_
- a bit cayenne pepper _(amount estimated)_
- a bit paprika _(amount estimated)_
- a bit sugar _(amount estimated)_
- a little bit soy sauce _(amount estimated)_
- 2 limes
- 1 orange
- a little bit oil _(amount estimated)_
- pinch salt
- some chicken thighs _(amount estimated)_
- some all-purpose flour _(amount estimated)_
- some pork lard _(amount estimated)_
- warm water water
- some chipotle in adobo _(amount estimated)_
- some sour cream _(amount estimated)_
- touch garlic powder
- a nice big pile cilantro _(amount estimated)_
- tiny bit honey
- some oaxaca cheese _(amount estimated)_
- some cheddar cheese _(amount estimated)_

## Steps

1. [0:05](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlm8QFe8nw8&t=5s) Combine Mexican oregano, coriander, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, paprika, sugar, soy sauce, lime juice, orange juice, oil, and salt in a bowl to make a marinade.
2. [0:24](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlm8QFe8nw8&t=24s) Add chicken thighs to the marinade, mix thoroughly, cover, and marinate in the refrigerator.
3. [1:12](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlm8QFe8nw8&t=72s) Mix flour, salt, and pork lard in a bowl, then knead with warm water to form dough.
4. [2:25](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlm8QFe8nw8&t=145s) Portion the tortilla dough into balls, store in a bag, and rest.
5. [3:13](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlm8QFe8nw8&t=193s) Chop chipotle in adobo, mix with sour cream, lime juice, garlic powder, chopped cilantro, salt, and honey to make the sauce.
6. [4:21](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlm8QFe8nw8&t=261s) Roll out the tortilla dough into thin circles.
7. [6:09](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlm8QFe8nw8&t=369s) Cook the rolled tortillas on a hot pan, popping any large air bubbles.
8. [8:16](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlm8QFe8nw8&t=496s) Shred Oaxaca cheese and cheddar cheese.
9. [10:32](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlm8QFe8nw8&t=632s) Sear the marinated chicken thighs in a pan with oil until well browned and cooked through.
10. [12:17](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlm8QFe8nw8&t=737s) Warm the cooked tortilla in the microwave to soften.
11. [12:33](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlm8QFe8nw8&t=753s) Chop the cooked chicken into strips.
12. [13:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlm8QFe8nw8&t=780s) Assemble the quesadilla with layers of cheddar cheese, Oaxaca cheese, and chicken on one half, then fold over.
13. [13:27](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlm8QFe8nw8&t=807s) Cook the assembled quesadilla on a griddle over medium heat until crispy and golden brown.

## Equipment

- bowl
- knife
- whisk
- cutting board
- wooden spoon
- plastic bag
- rolling pin
- pan
- griddle
- grater
- microwave
- tongs
- press weights

## What the video didn't say

- exact ingredient quantities
- marination duration
- dough resting time
- cooking temperatures

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