Description
Quick and easy BBQ chicken quesadillas packed with flavor, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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- 4 units Flour tortillas (or gluten-free)
- 2 cups Shredded chicken (use leftover roast chicken)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (warmed)
- 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese (you can mix with other cheeses)
- 1 unit Red onion (substitute with green onions if desired)
- 1/4 cup Cilantro (or parsley) for a fresh touch
- 1 cup Salsa (for serving)
- 1/2 cup Sour cream (add for extra creaminess)
- 1/2 cup Jalapeños (mix in or use as a topping)
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Spread a layer of shredded chicken on one half of each tortilla.
- Drizzle warm BBQ sauce over the chicken generously.
- Sprinkle cheese on top and add some sliced onions and cilantro.
- Fold the tortillas in half and place them in the preheated skillet.
- Cook for about 3-4 minutes per side or until the tortillas are golden and the cheese has melted.
- Slice the quesadillas into wedges and serve with salsa, sour cream, and jalapeños.
Notes
Serve with a variety of toppings to cater to different tastes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg