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BBQ Chicken Quesadillas

Easily Irresistible BBQ Chicken Quesadillas Everyone Loves

Delicious BBQ Chicken Quesadillas made with smoky chicken, cheese, and tortillas—perfect for busy weeknights!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4 quesadillas
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadillas

  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep.
  • 1/2 cup BBQ Sauce Adjust quantity to taste.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese (Cheddar or Monterey Jack) Substitute with mozzarella or pepper jack if desired.
  • 4 pieces Flour Tortillas (8-inch) Acts as the outer layer.
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Optional, can be replaced with sweet or spicy onions.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or Oil Used for cooking.

For Optional Toppings

  • 1/4 cup Jalapeños Adds a spicy kick.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Sprinkle before serving.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chop finely for crunch.

Instructions
 

Directions

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken with BBQ sauce until every piece is evenly coated.
  • Place one tortilla flat on a clean surface. Sprinkle shredded cheese over half of the tortilla, then add a generous portion of the BBQ chicken mixture on top, followed by a bit more cheese.
  • Carefully fold the tortilla in half, enclosing all the filling securely.
  • Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add a little butter or oil.
  • Place the folded quesadilla in the skillet, cooking until the underside is golden brown (about 2-3 minutes).
  • Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook the other side until it’s equally golden and the cheese is fully melted (about another 2-3 minutes).
  • Continue with the remaining tortillas and chicken filling.
  • Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve them warm with extra BBQ sauce or toppings.

Notes

For extra crunch, serve with a side of coleslaw. Adjust quantities as needed for personal preference.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg
Keyword BBQ Chicken Quesadillas, comfort food, easy recipes, family meals, grilling, quesadillas
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