Description
Sizzling BBQ chicken quesadillas deliver a mouthwatering fusion of smoky, cheesy goodness. Crispy tortillas packed with tender chicken and melted cheese promise a quick, satisfying meal that will make you crave another bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Protein:
- 2 cups (473 ml) chicken, shredded
Cheese:
- 2 cups (454 g) cheddar cheese, shredded
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (355 ml) BBQ sauce
- 6 tortillas (8-inch / 20 cm)
Instructions
- Create a savory mixture by combining pulled chicken with tangy barbecue sauce, ensuring each shred is thoroughly coated and infused with robust flavor.
- Gently warm a tortilla in a preheated skillet, allowing it to become flexible and develop a slight golden hue.
- Strategically distribute shredded cheddar cheese across one half of the tortilla, creating a melty foundation for the upcoming layers.
- Carefully spread the barbecue-infused chicken mixture over the initial cheese layer, ensuring even distribution and maximum coverage.
- Sprinkle an additional layer of cheese atop the chicken to enhance melting potential and create a rich, gooey texture.
- Delicately fold the tortilla in half, encasing the flavorful filling within its crisp exterior.
- Cook the quesadilla over medium heat, pressing gently with a spatula to promote even browning and cheese melting.
- Flip the quesadilla after 2-3 minutes, cooking the opposite side until it achieves a golden, crispy appearance and the cheese melts completely.
- Remove from heat and allow the quesadilla to rest briefly, enabling the cheese to set and the flavors to meld.
- Slice into triangular wedges, revealing the molten interior and preparing for serving.
- Repeat the entire process with remaining ingredients, creating multiple quesadillas for a delightful meal.
Notes
- Boost flavor by marinating chicken in BBQ sauce for 30 minutes before cooking to enhance depth and richness.
- Choose high-fat cheese like sharp cheddar or pepper jack for maximum meltiness and tangy flavor profile.
- Consider alternative protein options like pulled pork or shredded beef for variety and different taste experiences.
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas to accommodate dietary restrictions while maintaining the dish’s delicious essence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg