Korean BBQ Kimchi Quesadillas

Health score
22%
Korean BBQ Kimchi Quesadillas
105 min.
4
717kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner game with a fusion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds? Introducing Korean BBQ Kimchi Quesadillas—a delightful twist on traditional quesadillas that combines the savory goodness of grilled chicken marinated in a rich soy sauce blend with the spicy kick of kimchi. This dish is not just a meal; it's an experience that brings together the best of Korean and Mexican cuisines.

Imagine biting into a perfectly crisp tortilla, filled with tender, juicy chicken, tangy kimchi, and gooey melted cheese, all enhanced by a zesty dipping sauce. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, making it a satisfying main course for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or simply looking for a delicious weeknight dinner, these quesadillas are sure to impress your family and friends.

With a preparation time of just 105 minutes, you can easily whip up this dish and enjoy a hearty meal that serves four. Plus, with a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbs, you can indulge without the guilt. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • lb chicken breast boneless skinless
  • 0.3 cup soya sauce 
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • tablespoon sesame oil toasted
  • tablespoon sesame seed 
  • cloves garlic chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • 0.3 cup mayonnaise 
  • teaspoons sriracha (Korean chili-bean paste)
  • teaspoon soya sauce 
  • 11 oz flour tortilla for burritos (8 count
  • cup kimchi chopped
  • oz monterrey jack cheese shredded finely
  • 0.3 cup spring onion thinly sliced (4 medium)
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • grill
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Place chicken in large heavy-duty resealable plastic bag. Stir together marinade ingredients; pour over chicken in bag. Seal and refrigerate at least 1 hour but no longer than 8 hours.
  2. Remove chicken from marinade; discard marinade.
  3. Heat gas or charcoal grill.
  4. Place chicken on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 14 to 16 minutes, turning once, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (at least 165°F). Thinly slice chicken.
  5. Meanwhile, stir together sauce ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
  6. To make quesadillas, top half of each tortilla with chicken, kimchi, cheese and green onion. Fold tortillas in half.
  7. Brush both sides of tortilla with oil.
  8. Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.
  9. Add 2 quesadillas to skillet. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, turning once, until tortilla is brown and crisp and cheese is melted. Repeat with remaining quesadillas.
  10. Cut quesadillas into wedges.
  11. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories717kcal
Protein22.58%
Fat50.25%
Carbs27.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
85.02
Glycemic Load
17.05
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
29.058261197546%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.72mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:717.34kcal
35.87%
Fat:39.85g
61.3%
Saturated Fat:11.7g
73.15%
Carbohydrates:48.47g
16.16%
Net Carbohydrates:44.61g
16.22%
Sugar:9.92g
11.02%
Cholesterol:105.65mg
35.22%
Sodium:2087.63mg
90.77%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:40.29g
80.58%
Selenium:59.7µg
85.29%
Vitamin B3:16.41mg
82.07%
Vitamin K:69.61µg
66.3%
Phosphorus:576.5mg
57.65%
Vitamin B6:1.08mg
53.77%
Calcium:375.78mg
37.58%
Vitamin B1:0.51mg
33.97%
Vitamin B2:0.55mg
32.32%
Manganese:0.62mg
30.75%
Iron:5.07mg
28.19%
Folate:107.89µg
26.97%
Vitamin B5:1.92mg
19.24%
Potassium:666.79mg
19.05%
Magnesium:74.42mg
18.61%
Fiber:3.86g
15.44%
Zinc:2.31mg
15.37%
Copper:0.25mg
12.63%
Vitamin E:1.35mg
9.02%
Vitamin B12:0.48µg
8.07%
Vitamin A:394.65IU
7.89%
Vitamin C:4.97mg
6.02%
Vitamin D:0.32µg
2.14%