Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 jalapeño, chopped
• 1 cup taco sauce
• 20 taco-size tortillas
• 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 3 cups shredded Monterey jack cheese

How To Make Blooming Quesadilla Ring

Preheat the oven to 375˚F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, add the chicken, onion, red bell pepper, jalapeño, and taco sauce, and mix to combine. Set aside.
Cut each tortilla in half. Evenly add about 2 tablespoons each of the cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and chicken mixture to each tortilla half.
Roll the tortillas into cones, starting from the cut edge and making sure not to push the ingredients out of the tortilla.

Place a wide mouth jar or glass in the center of the baking sheet.
Create a ring around the jar with about 13 tortilla cones. The points of the cones should be in the center, touching the jar. Sprinkle cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese over the layer. Repeat with the remaining cones to make 2 more layers, finishing with the rest of the cheddar and Monterey Jack.
Remove the jar from the center of the ring. Bake until the cheese is melted and the edges of the tortillas are crispy, 15-20 minutes.

Carefully transfer the blooming quesadilla to a serving platter. Place your dip of choice inside the ring and top with your desired garnishes. Serve immediately.

Here’s a brief overview of the nutritional content for the Blooming Quesadilla Ring:

– Calories: The calorie content per serving can vary based on portion size and ingredients used but is likely to range from approximately 300 to 400 calories.
– Protein: Each serving typically provides around 15 to 20 grams of protein from the chicken and cheese.
– Fat: The fat content can vary depending on the type and amount of cheese used. Expect around 15 to 20 grams of fat per serving.
– Carbohydrates: Each serving contains about 20 to 30 grams of carbohydrates, primarily from the tortillas and vegetables.
– Fiber: This dish may contain a moderate amount of fiber, mainly from the vegetables. Expect around 2 to 4 grams of fiber per serving.
– Sugar: The sugar content is relatively low, primarily coming from natural sources in the vegetables and taco sauce. Expect less than 5 grams of sugar per serving.

These values are estimates and can vary based on factors such as the specific brands of ingredients used and the portion sizes. Additionally, the nutrition information does not include any additional dips or garnishes that may be served with the quesadilla ring.