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Easy Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadilla


  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

A simple and satisfying quesadilla filled with chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy ranch dressing, perfect for busy weeknights.


Ingredients

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  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded)
  • 8 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
  • 2 cups Mexican cheese blend (shredded)
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 cup tomatoes (diced)
  • 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 2 tbsp butter (for cooking)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken with the ranch dressing, ensuring all chicken pieces are well coated.
  2. Add crumbled bacon, diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, and cilantro to the chicken mixture. Stir until evenly mixed.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
  4. Place one tortilla in the skillet, layer half of the Mexican cheese blend.
  5. Spread half of the chicken mixture over the cheese and sprinkle more cheese on top.
  6. Fold the tortilla in half and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown.
  7. Carefully flip and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes until crispy and golden.
  8. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling, adding more butter as needed.

Notes

For variations, consider using pulled pork, buffalo sauce, or adding extra veggies.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: quesadilla, chicken, bacon, ranch, easy recipe, weeknight dinner