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BBQ Chicken Quesadillas


  • Author: majestyrecipes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if using corn tortillas)

Description

Satisfying BBQ Chicken Quesadillas combining tender chicken and zesty barbecue sauce, all stuffed between crispy tortillas and gooey cheese.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the cooked shredded chicken with barbecue sauce until well coated.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheese over it.
  4. Spread 1/2 cup of the BBQ chicken mixture evenly on top of the cheese, then layer with another 1/2 cup of cheese.
  5. Cover with a second tortilla; cook for 3-4 minutes until the bottom is golden and the cheese begins to melt.
  6. Carefully flip the quesadilla, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until golden and the cheese has fully melted.
  7. Remove from the skillet and repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
  8. Slice into wedges, garnish with chopped green onions if desired, and serve warm.

Notes

For a spicy kick, swap cheddar for pepper jack. Can use corn tortillas for gluten-free option.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

Keywords: BBQ Chicken, Quesadillas, Easy Dinner, Quick Meal, Family-Friendly