Lunch: Chicken Faijta Quesadillas with Cilantro Pesto

Recipe by Lindsay Funston With the fixings of chicken fajitas, melty pepper jack, and zingy cilantro pesto, this heavenly quesadilla means biz.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Chicken Breast, Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Chicken Faijta Quesadillas with Cilantro Pesto

Skinless chicken breast is an excellent source of the protein, as its contains 21 grams of protein for every 100 grams of breast. Additionally, chicken contains ample amounts of vitamin B6, which serves a vital function in helping to reduce the stressors that cause PCOS. Vitamin B6 help keeps your hormones at balanced levels, which is very helpful for those seeking to stem the flow of excessive testosterone and androgen Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

3/4 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips or chunks
1/2 c. plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp. Taco Seasoning
kosher salt
2 bell peppers, sliced
1 red onion, sliced
2 c. fresh cilantro (leaves and stems)
1 c. fresh basil leaves
1/4 c. crumbled cotija
1/4 c. almonds
1 clove garlic

Instructions

In a large bowl, coat chicken with oil and taco seasoning and season with salt. In a skillet over medium-high heat, add chicken and cook, turning occasionally, until cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
Add onions and peppers to skillet and cook until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Season with salt.
While peppers are cooking, make pesto: In the bowl of a food processor, combine cilantro, basil, and olive oil and pulse until combined. Add cotija, almonds, and garlic and season with salt. Blend until combined.
Wipe out skillet and add butter. Slather a tortilla with pesto and top with chicken, peppers and onions, and pepper jack. Top with another tortilla and cook until crispy, 3 to 4 minutes, then flip and cook other side until golden. Repeat with remaining tortillas and ingredients. Serve with remaining cilantro pesto. (Store remaining pesto in a glass jar in the refrigerator up to 1 week.)

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