Description

BBQ Chicken Quesadilla is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender, shredded chicken, gooey cheese, and zesty BBQ sauce all wrapped in crisp tortillas. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers with friends, promising to delight everyone with its bold flavors and satisfying textures. Whether enjoyed as a snack, appetizer, or main course, these quesadillas are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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1 teaspoon olive oil
½ cup sliced red onions
2 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded)
½ cup BBQ sauce
2 large tortillas (10–12 inch)
2 tablespoons butter (room temperature)
2 cups shredded cheddar-jack cheese

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Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in the shredded chicken and BBQ sauce; mix well and remove from heat.
Spread butter on one side of each tortilla.
In a medium skillet over medium heat, place one tortilla butter-side down. Sprinkle ¼ cup cheese on half of the tortilla, add half of the chicken mixture on top, followed by another ¼ cup cheese.
Fold the tortilla in half and cook until golden brown on one side. Flip gently using a spatula and cook until both sides are golden brown. Transfer to a wire rack while repeating with remaining tortillas.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (200g)
Calories: 480
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 46g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 90mg