BBQ Chicken Quesadillas
Delicious, smoky BBQ Chicken Quesadillas filled with tender chicken, cheese, and fresh veggies, perfect for gatherings or a quick meal.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Rotisserie chicken works great.
- 1 cup BBQ sauce Choose your preferred flavor.
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella) Mixing cheeses can add complexity.
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
- 8 pieces flour tortillas Can substitute with whole grain or corn tortillas.
- as needed Olive oil or butter for frying
Optional ingredients
- as desired fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken with BBQ sauce until well-coated.
Cooking
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a splash of olive oil or a small pat of butter.
- Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle a layer of cheese on one half.
- Spoon a portion of the BBQ chicken mixture over the cheese and add some sliced onion and bell pepper.
- Fold the tortilla over to create a half-moon shape.
- Cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown and crispy.
- Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook the other side for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Once both sides are crispy and the cheese is melted, remove the quesadilla from the skillet and cut it into wedges.
- Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
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Notes
Serve with sides like a fresh salad, corn on the cob, and dips such as sour cream or guacamole for a complete meal. Store leftovers properly in airtight containers for up to 3-4 days in the fridge or freeze for longer storage.