I made this Crunchy Chicken Quesadilla 4 times in the past 3 days.

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[@joajojohalt]

I absolutely love this "behind the scenes" style it's calm not so scripted, it fits the vibe sooo good.

[@Quelkaima]

Especially when there isn't so much a recipe as a "here's what I've been eating and how you can make it" kind of video. The "home cooking" type of videos from him and Kenji is definitely my speed. I love the deep dives, but one or two of these videos in between keeps things super interesting.

[@PainflyErect]

I like it a lot too. Alao seems cool for Ethan to get a little break between big videos.

[@EthanChlebowski]

Thanks, I’ve gotta remember to do these more often, it helps a lot to have more time to think on the deep dive videos!

[@thirdcoast6513]

Ive literally been making the last few days. But with corn tortilla, and just chicken cheese and salsa/sour cream. Yumm

[@jeanpauldormehl]

@@EthanChlebowski Yet, if this had been my first video of yours, I probably would not appreciate it as much. It's almost like this type of video was "earned" by your other more focused, science type videos.

[@vidatalab8301]

Shoutout to Ethan for making protein-rich meals that actually taste good and aren’t just chicken and broccoli.

[@BreadTeleporter002]

Certified natty moment.

[@fahid3342]

Damn are you single

[@PosterityIslesNews]

@@fahid3342 this is a cooking, not a dating show

[@theinternal]

...don't you dare, 'n badmouth broccoli! 😉

[@fahid3342]

@@PosterityIslesNews idc. I chase after what I want regardless of the setting

[@raypitcher6200]

My pupils dilated when he said 'help everyone out for every chicken breast recipe for the rest of your life' - this man has taught me to cook and I'm psyched to level up

[@cherriberri8373]

SERIOUSLY especially because chicken breast is my fav meat to cook and eat

[@LK25278]

@@cherriberri8373 damn, why

[@danb9447]

my anus dilated. same reason

[@GSalem-ek5zb]

@@LK25278macros plus flavor sponge. There’s a reason butter chicken is traditionally made with breast meat

[@_branden]

@@LK25278 high protein n low calorie

[@deadfr0g]

Ethan talking about his hugely ambitious next video project: “I want it to really stand the test of time, and have a lot of foundational information that will hopefully help everyone out for every chicken breast recipe for the rest of your life.” Me rewatching a video where he made himself a taco in an AirBnB: 👀

[@dsmn4772]

You should definitely make this a series, especially to add more information and quality to your deep dive videos. Just a quick, minimally edited ramble-style video of you throwing stuff together, perfect.

[@NRobertson1991]

Informative, laid back, improvising like a true home cook based on what’s in the fridge. This has the vibe of a Kenji video. And that is the highest praise I can give. Nice work dude.

[@andilongmeadowfarm]

Agree 100% Kenji type video. My best relaxing videos.

[@Heylon1313]

The combination of your "deep dive" videos and these more laid back, simple week day recipe ideas is what I enjoy most about your channel! Looking forward to the chicken video!

[@michelleplunkett]

100% agree

[@thewiirocks]

One of my favorite tricks I figured out is to use butter instead of oil. The tortilla will develop a really tasty "blackened" crust.

[@domonicramey3960]

🙌🏻 it’s a good day. Always love a quick recipe video tossed in between the deep dives

[@bamfchica123]

Using your advice to coat chicken breast in mayo before cooking has honestly changed the game for me, I used to make such sad chicken 🤣 I'm excited for even more knowledge on superior chicken cooking techniques!

[@freiermuthj]

Absolutely love the vlog / behind the scenes content. Don’t try too hard we follow you to learn new recipes / techniques and your personality.

[@StephLafr]

I like this video, It a good addition for the 'deep dive' ones. You should always (or so) add this kind of videos with the more technical ones. Both ARE interesting in their own way. If your ingredients are already cooked, its a fun approach to show us what to do with leftovers in a creatives way.

[@larrybrown1971]

Ethan, your channel has inspired me to cook with more protein. You have motivated me to cook at home, and to learn to do it better. Much appreciation.

[@goldenmilktea4992]

I really like these type of videos, Ethan. Very authentic and no fills. I appreciate that you make videos for the average person who wants to make a decent meal at home that aren't time consuming. I'll definitely make this at home!

[@saintpenguin2054]

I love your videos because they teach an amazing cooking background and teach the scientific knowledge that most home cooks lack. However, these videos are awesome. It is nice just to see the general thoughts.... especially after a long day of work. Seeing the real time cooking and keeping it quick and healthy is awesome!

[@BigTimeEaters]

Thanks for Sharing Ethan, Always inspiring us to be better home cooks. I like that you show ways to use leftovers so often!!

[@takeoffyourapplewatch]

I love this relaxed, informal type of video. It's so relatable. Pls make more of these haha

[@EclecticK]

I really appreciated this Vlog style video. It was great to see a little behind the scenes and a bit of insight into how your thought process works.

[@isaacdaniels11]

I love these shorter videos in addition to the deep dives. The deep dives show me the mechanics, and these shorter videos give inspiration for how I can use what I've learned from the deep dives.

[@serenevalor]

My brain is so burnt out from studying. So, this video was therapy for me. Just you talking to the cam. So chill. I felt like you're my friend and we're just having a chat in your kitchen. hahaha. Would love to watch these type of more "personal" "behind-the-scenes" style vids.

[@kevinturnr]

I love these casual cooking videos, and I also love the deep dives. Been working a lot of evenings lately and eating way too much takeout so going to make something like this tonight to ease back into cooking for the rest of the month 😌

[@samueljohnson4365]

I'm insanely jealous of your kitchen. It's cool to see your channel grow. Also, these types are videos are great.

[@axii4992]

Ethan can you do a video on hearty stews? I imagine this would work well with your style of videos focusing on fundamentals and ingredient categories rather than strict recipes. Keep up the great work!

[@jasperslavone1275]

I’ve been following you for a long time and I just have to say that you are one of my favourite food KZbinrs. It’s so fun to see your personality in these videos. Keep up the amazing work!!

[@najkiyy]

Probably my most favourite cooking channel just because even though it brings science (which I love too) it has the chill weekend "freestyle" vibe which I love. Keep the good work. I'm experimenting when cooking myself because of channels like this and most of the time meals come out delicious

[@madronasunrise]

I like both the casual videos and the deep dives. I'm autistic and I love the attention to minute detail and the lining up and measuring of everything. I enjoy the process of experimentation, and the bigger picture insights. Also thank you for making the kitchen mess so we don't have to! 😅

[@ahuizinga1999]

Glad you’re taking the extra time on the chicken breast video! Looking forward to it!

[@Bruh-gx1ey]

It's refreshing when a youtuber doesn't end every video by "GET SUBSCRIBED". Quality speaks.

[@FerrariTeddy]

Great video and idea! You inspired me with your videos on easy healthy meals. I’ve actually been making chicken quesadillas with slow cooked chicken often for months now with your inspiration, and because my house loves the food. I made it so much I kinda got tired of it, and have needed inspiration on how to spice things up for myself. Then you made this video! Perfect!

[@dandersonanza]

THANK YOU for avoiding the clickbait title. I appreciate that it is a simple factual statement that recommends the recipe contained therein.

[@cosmicray8172]

Ethan: I'm using Oaxaca and Smoked Gouda for my quesadilla, but use whatever you want- Me taking notes: okay the shredded mozzarella in my fridge, got it

[@yushy5816]

enjoyed the recipe and the relaxed format!

[@jacobdebernardi4385]

This is the purest form of home cooking, I love to see it

[@RobynDavis-sj9tc]

I LOVE your cooking style! I do the no recipe thing too, way more laid back and fun to experiment with flavors and leftovers! Don’t overthink how you’re doing it you’re awesome to watch I’ve learned ALOT!! Thankyou:)

[@MaunoKoivistoOfficial]

Dude, I really enjoyed this video. Cool to hear your thoughts on recipe writing and food education. It's so much more than just knowing how to make the dish

[@SamiAljundi]

THIS. Making homecooking seem easy is highly encouraging in of itself

[@jjk554]

I love this video style very simple and calm. Not over the top. Also love the infographics.

[@mackenziegavin7431]

Hi! Love the deep dives, and would like to see more of these kinds of videos. Maybe a video on how you shop for food and keep the pantry stocked? How often do you replenish your pantry? Love the channel, keep up the good work, you're killin it man!

[@brongulus2617]

Your recipes are generally A-tier and, while I like many of them and I like the relaxed style of videos like this, your deep-dive vids are S-tier. Please never stop making them! From other food KZbinrs I have learned some great recipes. From *you* I keep learning tools to up my own game.

[@NZAnimeManga]

Great video, mate! Loving the chilled vibe

[@ThePixlPerfect]

really love the framework idea, been using that these past few months and it's so great to take a break from work and throw together a fresh made lunch at home because meal prep sux!!

[@IsinMoon]

I really like the more casual style video. Your scripted videos are great too, but it’s nice to have something like this with you where it just feels like we’re hanging out in your kitchen 😊

[@jamessullivan1227]

Fun video definitely enjoy the casual real chat vibe. Keep it up!

[@bobgray617]

Love this. My big box suddenly had broccolini in, of course, a big bag. I've been working on how to use it up. I have extra frozen yet unsalted chicken from another vid, and will try this. The leftover dump concoctions do tend to be the most fun.

[@sheinaedeline2814]

Really love this style of cooking video! It throws me back on those television cooking shows😄

[@rachelmel]

Amazing! Looking forward to the chicken deep dive.

[@Food-Journeys]

Ethan, it’s so cool to hear about your process, especially what you said about always being able to work more on a video and the marginal returns after a certain point. I can relate even as someone just starting to make videos. Love this casual format as a change of pace in between your deep dives. Looking forward to seeing if you can convert me on chicken breast!

[@Moto_Plus]

YES! another Ethan video! Ethan you need to post what you made for the superbowl!

[@NyxaGrayheart]

Yo Ethan, I really love your vids you and a few other channels teach me fundamentals that serve me very well. This is a great example.

[@diamondfool937]

Love this because I literally improv'd the same recipe but with taco bell sauce & stuff I had laying around. Makes me feel smart & validated

[@jzaxz333]

this is literally my favorite type of video :)

[@booon-booon]

I would be really interested in seeing a frozen vs fresh seafood test! Is there really such a big difference between when it's bought fresh from the store vs bought frozen right after fishing vs live & such? I imagine there is but I would like to see how big the difference is

[@booon-booon]

could do some sushi/poke/cooked seafood tests to see where the differences are most obvious

[@EthanChlebowski]

Interesting idea🧐

[@jesthermerchandani5138]

@@EthanChlebowski big fan

[@booon-booon]

@@EthanChlebowski thanks Ethan! Love the videos

[@fathmaa.2233]

If you’re buying from a regular grocery store, their “fresh” is usually previously frozen and it would mention that on the product! Just buying frozen is typically better I believe

[@287niner]

Thank you for the code! added to my Made-in collection! Best pans....seriously

[@Bunny11344]

I’m putting this on the list for next weeks dinner ideas!!

[@ZoosUHC]

Loved this and the green salsa and tostada sound so great gonna make this thank you!

[@goscloud1658]

Oh this is amazing!!

[@andilongmeadowfarm]

Ethan, love, love, this content. This is how we mostly cook.

[@MazTheMeh16]

Really cool to see how you're using up the large amounts of food that thees experiments compound into in a short amount of time!

[@akaisha0000]

I would TOTALLY love more in depth videos. I could, and do, watch you for hours. it's just fascinating!

[@brucetidwell7715]

Great recipe! Your "deep dives" are very much appreciated. It is fine to have a YT cook I trust give me some info (if it's accurate) but I really feel like I've actually expanded my knowledge base watching your channel.

[@VerhoevenSimon]

I really like these relaxed behind the scenes videos.

[@TheHypnotistDK]

Omg i love how minimalistic the kitchen are 😻

[@paulbrickler]

Ethan is such a boss when it comes to the food science explanations. And, sometimes I disagree, but it always makes me think. Sometimes, I'm wrong.

[@kazonrobinson6272]

These are home quick videos are great. And shows the power of leftovers!

[@mr.brooks1508]

I love this video. Please, more quick, high protein recipes!

[@katl8825]

These vids are why you’re the king of home cooking.

[@narayanalee]

BEHIND THE SCENES IS THE DEAL !!!

[@wonderfront]

I love this kind of video as this is how most of us probably cook at home - maybe not quite a graveyard of chicken, but using up odds and ends.

[@darylgraham4313]

I have been trrying so many marinades and various amounts of oil for pan chicken breast so I'm really excited for these quesadilla tips and for the next video.

[@poughquagpops3379]

Nice job. Quesadillas are simple and a great way to use up all sorts of leftovers. Gluten free tortilla options out there too. I go to brown rice tortillas, not because I'm gluten free, but because they are really crunchy, which I prefer. And cheese options are abundant too. Endless possibilities. Thanks for even more ideas.

[@derstilleabonnierer]

my god, this chicken video could be everything i ever wanted to know about cooking the best chicken possible in a pan based on science and trials. You keep us hungry Eth ;)

[@kbraap1]

Definitely gonna make this as my breakfast meal prep but may add my own touch such as red and green peppers!

[@jackmanleblanc2518]

I've been making chicken quesadillas for breakfast almost every morning for months now. Absolutely delicious. I'm a bit more lazy though. I love spicy chicken thighs and the basic shredded mexican cheese you get in a bag. Then just mix gochujang sauce+mayo to dip it in. Really simple and basic, but tasty. I should probably add vegetables to it though.

[@animalxing8697]

Lol I love this one, such a slice of life.

[@KevinBE87]

Made this yesterday. Omg you weren't lying. How great did that taste!!

[@ra0333]

Cannot wait for your other video! (This is great too of course

[@manbuckets]

That looks super good!

[@Kris-oh9mb]

love this chit chat style video!

[@jeromeberardi2104]

Just restarted cutting calories since it went out the window before Christmas. This looks great and simple. Every time I watch your videos i wind up being hungry. Keep up the great work.

[@iordanstefan1]

More episodes like this plz

[@ahagamin6180]

i know what you said about single recipe vids but the people still love them! clearly!!

[@elfknight8045]

Great video. Very helpful.

[@noahenriquez9771]

This is a vibe bro video bangs.

[@YouVuvu]

I live off of quesadilla variants throughout the week, awesome to see you knock one out!

[@rustyrobinson8027]

looks good thanks 👍

[@yriafehtivan]

As someone who loves all the little details that go into cooking, I'd love a "director's cut" version of the upcoming video where you go as in-depth as you can.

[@larrybrown1971]

Rewatching this, and I'm super stoked for the chicken breast video that is coming out soon.

[@nabilkamal5394]

I just hopped on a cut and the next video is EXACTLY what I need. Lfg!

[@y-yyy]

I'm just relieved to know that all those less-than-perfect results from your experimentation are not going to waste! 💚

[@Rapturnal]

Do you know why Ethan is so relatable? It's because he pulls stuff out of the sink like everybody else. (Yes, sometimes an item just gets a quick rinse before its used again.)😆

[@vikar6232]

i thought i was the only disgusting person who did that

[@Bert-og9rk]

I'm excited for the chicken breast video, I absolutely suck at cooking them! Chicken thighs have been my go to because of that.

[@brookstarkington]

I recognized that salsa from the back of the jar the moment it appeared on camera. Been buying that from Central Market a lot lately. So good.

[@RoloTomasie]

Hey Ethan, I love all your content. Your deep-dives are really amazing. Have you thought about a second channel for adding less-polished supplemental info for the deep-dive videos?

[@annbellfeinstein]

Could you do a video on seasoning and caring for carbon steel pans?

[@CHEFPKR]

Might be having this for lunch today, but with a fried egg of course.

[@krazypunk1018]

Love your videos! Been watching them for a while. I know a bit ago you did some Asian dishes, lately I've been trying to make beef bulgogi at home. Any thoughts on making a video of that? Thank you again and can't wait for the chicken video!

[@cedi2929]

The chicken video was awesome!

[@teniaosayande6355]

Ethan you're not kidding - this vid is home cook's style. forgot to take something out to defrost before work. omw home i grabbed some salmon filets. got home & just started grabbing stuff🤣 a sheet pan, threw some harissa, garlic & few others on the fish, grabbed bag of random frozen veggies & handful of finger potatoes, said a prayer then threw it in the oven 🤣 dinner is served! Like this style of vid & can't wait for the new chicken breast video.

[@stevenxtylerxxx]

That was great, Thanks for eating with me on my lunch break (:

[@Mythilt]

Those lower calorie tortillas have become my bread replacement mainstay, I was sooo happy when they started making them burrito sized.