BBQ Chicken Quesadilla
This BBQ Chicken Quesadilla is loaded with tender chicken, smoky barbecue sauce, melty cheese, and a golden crisp tortilla. It’s sweet, savory, cheesy, and ready in minutes—perfect for quick meals or game-day snacks.
Ingredients
- For the BBQ Chicken Filling
- 2 cups shredded or chopped cooked chicken
- ⅓ cup BBQ sauce your favorite brand
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- For the Quesadilla
- 4 large flour tortillas or low-carb tortillas
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheddar, or a blend
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil for the skillet
- Optional Add-Ins
- Diced red onion
- Sliced jalapeños
- Cilantro
- Green onions
- Smoked paprika
- Extra BBQ drizzle
Instructions
- Make the BBQ Chicken Filling
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add shredded chicken, BBQ sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stir until everything is warm and fully coated.
- Let it cook for 1–2 minutes so the flavors soak in.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
- Assemble the Quesadilla
- Heat another skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of butter or oil.
- Place one tortilla in the skillet.
- Add a layer of shredded cheese over half the tortilla.
- Spoon a layer of BBQ chicken filling on top.
- Add a little more cheese on top—this helps it stick together.
- Fold the tortilla in half.
- Cook Until Crispy
- Cook the quesadilla for 2–3 minutes per side.
- Press gently with a spatula to help the cheese melt.
- When the tortilla is golden and crispy, it’s ready.
- Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 1 minute.
- Slice & Serve
- Cut into triangles and serve warm with extra BBQ sauce or ranch dressing.
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