Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering BBQ Chicken Quesadilla, where crispy flour tortillas cradle tender, juicy chicken smothered in smoky barbecue sauce. Each bite delivers a delightful combination of textures and flavors, enhanced by melty cheese that oozes from within. Perfect for casual get-togethers or quick weeknight meals, this recipe is not only simple to whip up but also allows for customization to suit your taste preferences. Add colorful bell peppers or spicy jalapeños for an extra flavor kick! Serve these delicious quesadillas hot with your favorite dips like creamy guacamole or tangy sour cream, making them a sure hit with family and friends alike.
Ingredients
- 2–3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or a blend)
- 4 flour tortillas
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and cook each side for 6-7 minutes until fully cooked.
- Shred the cooked chicken and mix it with BBQ sauce in a bowl.
- On half of each tortilla, layer shredded cheese and BBQ chicken mixture; top with more cheese and fold over.
- Heat oil in the skillet and cook folded quesadillas until golden brown on both sides (about 3-4 minutes each).
- Cut into wedges and serve hot with extra BBQ sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg