BBQ Chicken Quesadillas: The Perfect Easy Dinner Idea Recipe
These BBQ Chicken Quesadillas offer a quick and delicious meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender shredded chicken tossed in tangy barbecue sauce is layered with melted cheddar cheese between warm flour tortillas, creating a crispy, cheesy, and flavorful dish that everyone will love. Serve them with a garnish of fresh green onions for an extra burst of color and taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken Filling
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
Quesadilla
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken mixture: In a bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken with barbecue sauce. Mix thoroughly until the chicken is well coated with the sauce.
- Heat the skillet: Place a large skillet over medium heat and heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sticking and help crisp the tortillas.
- Assemble the quesadilla: Place one flour tortilla in the skillet. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly on the tortilla, then spread 1/2 cup of the BBQ chicken mixture over the cheese. Top the chicken with another 1/2 cup of shredded cheese for extra cheesiness.
- Top and cook: Cover the filling with a second tortilla. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the bottom tortilla is golden brown and the cheese starts to melt.
- Flip and finish cooking: Carefully flip the quesadilla using a spatula and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the second side is golden and the cheese is fully melted.
- Repeat for remaining quesadillas: Remove the cooked quesadilla from the skillet and set aside. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet and repeat the layering and cooking process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
- Serve: Slice each quesadilla into wedges and garnish with chopped green onions if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Use cooked chicken from a rotisserie or leftover chicken to save time.
- You can substitute cheddar cheese with a blend of Monterey Jack or mozzarella for a different flavor.
- Adjust barbecue sauce quantity based on your desired sauciness.
- For a healthier option, use whole wheat tortillas and a reduced-fat cheese.
- Serve with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa as dipping options.
- Keep the heat at medium to avoid burning the tortillas while melting the cheese.
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