# Ingredient List:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 cups corn kernels, fresh or frozen and thawed
02 - 1 small red onion, finely diced
03 - 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
05 - 1 lime, cut into wedges for serving
→ Dairy
06 - 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
07 - 1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese, plus extra for garnish
08 - 1 cup sour cream divided
→ Spices and Pantry
09 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
10 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
12 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
13 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
14 - 8 medium flour tortillas
→ Chipotle Crema
15 - 1 to 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
16 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
17 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
18 - Pinch of salt
# Directions:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add corn kernels and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly charred and tender, approximately 4 to 5 minutes.
02 - Add diced red onion and jalapeño to the skillet. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until vegetables soften. Stir in smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and fold in cilantro and Cotija cheese.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup sour cream, chopped chipotle peppers, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt until smooth and fully combined. Set aside.
04 - Lay out 4 tortillas on a clean work surface. Evenly distribute half of the Monterey Jack cheese over each tortilla. Top with the corn mixture, then sprinkle with remaining cheese. Place remaining tortillas on top and press gently to secure.
05 - Heat a clean skillet or griddle over medium heat. Cook each quesadilla for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted throughout.
06 - Transfer quesadillas to a cutting board and slice into wedges. Drizzle with chipotle crema and garnish with additional Cotija cheese and fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
