Description
Sizzling BBQ chicken quesadillas bring Mexican-inspired comfort to your dinner table with melted cheese and smoky grilled flavors. Crispy tortillas packed with tender chicken and zesty barbecue sauce promise a quick, delicious meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups chicken, shredded
- 4 large tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, minced
Seasonings and Extras:
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Toss shredded chicken with BBQ sauce, ensuring each strand is thoroughly coated and infused with tangy flavor.
- Finely dice red onions, mince jalapeño, and chop cilantro to create a vibrant vegetable medley.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and hot.
- Place tortilla in the skillet, creating a crisp golden base for the quesadilla.
- Sprinkle half the tortilla with cheddar cheese, creating a melting foundation.
- Layer BBQ-coated chicken across the cheese, distributing evenly.
- Scatter diced red onions, minced jalapeño, and chopped cilantro over the chicken.
- Generously top with additional cheese to ensure a gooey, melted interior.
- Fold the empty tortilla half over the filled side, pressing gently with a spatula.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes until the bottom turns crispy and golden brown.
- Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook the other side for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from skillet and let rest for 1 minute before slicing into wedges.
- Garnish with sliced green onions for a fresh, zesty finish.
- Serve immediately while cheese is melted and tortilla remains crisp.
Notes
- Customize spice levels by adjusting jalapeño quantity, making it mild or fiery hot for different heat tolerances.
- Swap traditional tortillas with gluten-free alternatives for those with wheat sensitivities, ensuring everyone can enjoy this delicious dish.
- Use rotisserie chicken or leftover grilled chicken to save preparation time and add extra smoky flavor dimensions.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like pepper jack or smoked gouda to create unique taste profiles and elevate the quesadilla experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7-8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 54 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg