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Cover the chicken thigh pieces completely and slack in the cooler between 32° and 36°F prior to use.
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Chipotle Pepper and Citrus Marinated Chicken - (Approximate Yield: 48 oz., 12 each 4 oz. portions)
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Chipotle Pepper and Citrus Marinated Chicken
1. Combine the butter, lime juice, orange juice, chipotle pepper, and salt in a bowl; whisk to blend. Add the chicken thigh pieces and toss to evenly coat.
2. Char-grill the seasoned chicken thigh pieces on a preheated open-flame grill set to medium-high heat for 3 to 5 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer to another container. Cover and hold hot above 135°F. |
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Smoky Chipotle Lime Crema - Approximate Yield: 27 oz. 12 each 2 1/4 oz. portions
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Mexican crema or creme fraiche
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24 oz |
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Chipotle peppers in adobo pureed
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2-1/2 oz |
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Lime juice fresh
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3/4 oz |
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Smoky Chipotle Lime Crema
Combine the crema, chipotle pepper, and lime juice in a bowl; whisk to blend. Cover and hold at or below 40°F. |
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To Assemble
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To Assemble a Single Serving:
1. Place 1 flour tortilla wrap on a flat work surface. Layer 1 1/2 ounces of cheddar-Jack cheese and 3/4 ounce of black beans over half of the wrap.
2. Diagonal-slice 4 ounces of chicken (see recipe) and arrange over the beans. Top with 1/2 ounce of bacon, 2 ounces of pico de gallo, and 1 1/2 ounces of additional cheese. Fold to close (half-moon style).
3. Using a long spatula, place the folded quesadilla on a preheated open flame grill set to low; grill for 2 to 2 1/2 minutes on each side or until the cheese is melted. Cut into four wedges.
4. Serve with 2 1/24 ounces of the reserved smoky chipotle lime crema (see recipe) portioned in a ramekin. |
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Serving Size: 12 3/4 ounces plus 2 1/4 ounces smoky chipotle lime crema
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Chef's Note: This quesadilla also tastes great paired with a side of guacamole for dipping. The smoky chipotle lime crema can also be drizzled across the top of the quesadilla.
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Build-at-a-Glance
1 Tortilla wrap
1 1/2 oz. Cheddar-Jack cheese
3/4 oz. Black beans
4 oz. Chipotle pepper and citrus marinated chicken
1/2 oz. Bacon
2 oz. Pico de gallo
1 1/2 oz. Cheddar-Jack cheese
2 1/4 oz. Smoky chipotle lime crema (side) |
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*Minimally processed; no artificial ingredients
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Nutrition Facts
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Serving Size:
(458g)
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- Amount Per Serving
- Calories
1070
Calories from Fat
610
% Daily Value*
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103%
Total Fat
67g
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65
%Cholesterol
195
mg
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93
%Sodium
2220
mg
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21
%Total Carbohydrate
64
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Vitamin C
30
%Vitamin A
35
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Iron
15
%Calcium
70
%
* Percent daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may
be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Information for this recipe is approximate and derived by calculations based upon supplier information and available reference data. These values may change based on your final product, substitution and/or addition of ingredients, or use of a particular cooking technique.