BBQ Chicken Cheese Quesadillas
BBQ Chicken Cheese Quesadillas are a delicious fusion of smoky barbecue chicken and gooey cheese, all wrapped in crispy tortillas. Perfect for busy weeknights or game day gatherings, these quesadillas are quick to prepare and easily customizable to suit your taste. Every bite offers a satisfying crunch paired with rich flavors that will keep everyone coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Let the chicken rest, then shred and toss with barbecue sauce.
- Heat a nonstick skillet; place one tortilla in it. Layer half with cheese, add BBQ chicken, top with more cheese, and fold.
- Cook each quesadilla for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Slice into wedges and serve with extra barbecue sauce for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg