BBQ Chicken Quesadillas
Savory quesadillas filled with tender BBQ chicken and melty cheese, perfect for quick lunches, dinners, or snacks with optional spicy and fresh toppings.
Equipment
- 1 skillet for cooking quesadillas
- 1 mixing bowl for mixing chicken and BBQ sauce
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
- ½ to ¾ cup BBQ sauce adjust to taste
- 1½ to 2 cups shredded cheese cheddar, Monterey Jack, or blend
- 8 flour tortillas 8-inch size
- 1 small red onion thinly sliced (optional)
- Butter or oil for cooking
- Optional toppings: sliced jalapeños cilantro, or green onions
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken with BBQ sauce until evenly coated.
- Lay one tortilla flat and sprinkle shredded cheese over half of it, then add a portion of the BBQ chicken mixture on top of the cheese.
- Add more cheese over the chicken as desired, then fold the tortilla over to enclose the filling.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter or oil.
- Place the folded quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes until the bottom is golden and cheese starts to melt.
- Flip the quesadilla and cook the other side until golden and cheese is fully melted.
- Repeat the cooking process with remaining tortillas and filling.
- Cut quesadillas into wedges and serve warm with extra BBQ sauce, sour cream, or favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Use a blend of cheeses for gooey, flavorful quesadillas.
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicy kick.
- Serve with ranch, cilantro, or lime wedges for extra flavor.
- Pairs well with a side salad, chips, or coleslaw.