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BBQ Chicken Quesadillas

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Delicious BBQ Chicken Quesadillas, bursting with flavors of smoky BBQ sauce, juicy chicken, and melted cheese, served in a crispy tortilla. Perfect for a quick dinner or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken Use rotisserie or leftover chicken.
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce Choose your favorite type.
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or a blend) For melting quality.
  • 4 large flour tortillas Soft yet sturdy for holding ingredients.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking until golden.
Optional Toppings
  • diced tomatoes For added freshness.
  • sliced jalapeños For a spicy kick.
  • fresh cilantro To enhance color and flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken with the BBQ sauce ensuring all chicken is evenly coated.
  2. Pour olive oil into a large skillet over medium heat and let it heat up until shimmering.
Cooking
  1. Take one tortilla and sprinkle half of it with shredded cheese. Top it with some BBQ chicken mixture and more cheese before folding over.
  2. Place the folded tortilla into the hot skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  3. Remove the cooked quesadilla and keep it warm. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
Serving
  1. Slice each quesadilla into wedges and serve warm with optional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best texture.

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