Description
Hearty Reuben quesadillas blend classic deli sandwich flavors with melted cheese and crispy tortillas. Corned beef, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing create a delicious fusion you’ll savor with each satisfying bite.
Ingredients
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Protein:
- 1 cup shredded cooked chicken (or turkey)
Cheese and Dairy:
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 4 tablespoons Thousand Island dressing
- 2 tablespoons butter or oil for cooking
Wrap and Vegetable:
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup sauerkraut, drained
Instructions
- Preheat a large non-stick skillet to medium heat for optimal quesadilla preparation.
- Generously coat one side of each tortilla with Thousand Island dressing, ensuring complete coverage.
- Distribute shredded chicken evenly across half of the tortilla, creating a substantial protein base.
- Spread sauerkraut over the chicken layer, providing a tangy and textural component.
- Sprinkle Swiss cheese across the filling, allowing it to melt and bind the ingredients together.
- Carefully fold the tortilla into a half-moon shape, encasing the fillings securely.
- Lightly grease the skillet with butter or oil to prevent sticking and enhance golden browning.
- Cook the quesadilla for 2-3 minutes on each side, watching for a crispy, golden-brown exterior and fully melted cheese.
- Transfer the quesadilla to a cutting board and slice into triangular wedges for easy serving.
- Plate the warm quesadillas immediately, ensuring the cheese remains gooey and the filling stays hot.
Notes
- Swap chicken with corned beef for a traditional Reuben flavor profile that stays true to the classic sandwich.
- Use gluten-free tortillas to make this recipe suitable for those with wheat sensitivities or celiac disease.
- Consider reducing the dressing amount if you prefer a lighter, less rich quesadilla experience.
- For extra crispiness, press the quesadilla gently with a spatula while cooking to ensure even browning and a crunchy exterior.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg