These BBQ Chicken Quesadillas are loaded with tender BBQ chicken, melted cheese, and a hint of sweetness. Quick to make, perfectly crispy, and packed with flavor for lunch, dinner, or game day!
🥗 Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 flour tortillas
- Optional: sliced green onions, cilantro, or jalapenos
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1 – Prepare Chicken
Mix shredded chicken with BBQ sauce in a bowl until evenly coated.
Step 2 – Assemble Quesadillas
Lay tortilla flat. Sprinkle half of cheddar and mozzarella on one side, add BBQ chicken, optional toppings, and top with remaining cheese. Fold tortilla in half.
Step 3 – Cook Quesadillas
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook quesadilla 2-3 minutes per side until golden and cheese melts. Remove and cut into wedges.
Step 4 – Serve
Serve warm with extra BBQ sauce, sour cream, or guacamole for dipping.
💡 Pro Tips
- Use leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- For extra crispiness, press quesadilla with spatula while cooking.
- Add red onions or bell peppers for crunch and flavor.
- Cut into small wedges for easy serving at parties.
📊 Nutrition (Per Serving)
Calories: 380 kcal
Protein: 25g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fat: 18g
Fiber: 2g