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Spinach Artichoke Quesadillas with Chipotle Shrimp

Spinach Artichoke Quesadillas

Ingredients
  

Shrimp

  • 1 ½ pounds jumbo shrimp
  • 1 tsp. ground chipotle
  • salt/pepper
  • garlic powder
  • olive oil

Filling

  • 1 cup mayo
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese
  • 14 ounce can artichoke hearts drained and chopped coarsely
  • 9 ounce box frozen spinach thawed and squeezed well to drain
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • a sprinkle of salt can omit and add at end in case it's salty enough for you
  • ½ cup shredded cheese I used mozzarella

Instructions
 

Shrimp

  • Heat a little oil in a grill pan.
  • Season shrimp generously and cook on both sides till done.
  • Move to a plate and remove tails.

Filling

  • Mix in a bowl the mayo, parmesan, artichokes, garlic, spinach and salt.
  • Spread into a small casserole dish and bake 15 mins at 400 degrees.
  • Heat a large frying pan (I used a 17 inch cast iron) and melt 2 T. butter or olive oil (or a smaller pan, use 1 T.)
  • Lay down 3 tortillas and top each with some shredded cheese.
  • Spread spinach artichoke dip over the cheese and grilled shrimp if using. Top with another tortilla.
  • Cook until bottom is golden then flip carefully and pan fry the second side.
  • Let sit a few minutes before cutting into quesadilla pieces.