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BBQ Chicken Quesadillas

Delicious BBQ Chicken Quesadillas in Just 20 Minutes

Indulge in these BBQ Chicken Quesadillas, a quick and customizable dish ideal for a busy weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadillas
  • 4 tortillas tortillas flour or gluten-free options
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken leftover roasted chicken works perfectly
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce select your favorite style
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese can swap with Cheddar or Pepper Jack
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced; optional
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or substitute with parsley

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Spatula
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for BBQ Chicken Quesadillas
  1. Warm your favorite BBQ sauce in a small saucepan over low heat for 2-3 minutes. Shred leftover roasted chicken into bite-sized pieces and mix with the sauce until well-coated.
  2. Lay out two tortillas. On one, spread BBQ chicken mixture, then top with Monterey Jack cheese, sliced red onion, and cilantro. Place second tortilla on top.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add oil if desired. Place the quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Flip gently using a spatula and cook for another 3-5 minutes until the second side is golden and crispy.
  5. Transfer to a cutting board, let rest for a minute, then slice into wedges. Serve hot with extra BBQ sauce and sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 8mg

Notes

These BBQ Chicken Quesadillas are customizable and perfect for busy weeknights, offering a delicious meal in just 20 minutes.

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