Description
Quick and delicious BBQ Chicken Quesadillas made with shredded chicken, BBQ sauce, and cheese, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- In a bowl, toss the shredded chicken with BBQ sauce until evenly coated.
- Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat.
- Place one tortilla in the skillet, sprinkle half with 1/2 cup of cheese, and spread 1/2 cup of the BBQ chicken mixture over the cheese, then add another 1/2 cup of cheese on top.
- Cover with a second tortilla and cook for about 3-4 minutes, until the bottom is golden and cheese starts to melt.
- Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook for another 3-4 minutes until golden and cheese is fully melted.
- Remove from skillet, slice into wedges, and repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, mix cheeses or add sautéed veggies. Pair with dips for a great experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: quesadillas, BBQ chicken, quick dinner, easy recipe, family-friendly