BBQ Chicken Quesadillas
BBQ Chicken Quesadillas are the ultimate comfort food, packed with tender chicken, gooey cheese, and a zesty BBQ sauce that brings life to any meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, these quesadillas are quick to prepare and allow for endless customization. With a crispy exterior and deliciously warm interior, they’re sure to please everyone at your table. Enjoy them with sour cream or guacamole for an unforgettable experience!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (4 quesadillas) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack blend)
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- Additional BBQ sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Shred the Chicken: Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then shred with two forks. Mix in BBQ sauce until well-coated.
- Prepare Tortillas: Place flour tortillas on a clean surface. Spread cheese on one half of each tortilla; top with shredded chicken and red onion slices before folding.
- Crisp the Quesadillas: In the same skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook each quesadilla for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Slice and Serve: Cut into wedges, drizzle with additional BBQ sauce if desired, and serve warm with sour cream or guacamole.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (150g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Try different cheeses like pepper jack for a spicy kick. Feel free to add veggies such as bell peppers or mushrooms for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge; reheat in a skillet to maintain crispiness.