BBQ Chicken Quesadillas
BBQ Chicken Quesadillas are a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines smoky barbecue chicken with melty cheese, all wrapped in a crispy tortilla. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, these quesadillas take just minutes to prepare and can be customized with your favorite ingredients. Enjoy the irresistible crunch and savory satisfaction that will keep everyone coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack blend)
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion (sliced)
- 1 bell pepper (sliced)
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil. Cook the chicken for about 6 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F). Let rest before shredding.
- Mix shredded chicken with barbecue sauce in a bowl.
- In a clean skillet, grease lightly with olive oil over low-medium heat. Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle half with cheese.
- Spoon shredded chicken onto the cheesy side; add sautéed onions or bell peppers if desired.
- Fold the tortilla and grill each side for about 3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
- Slice into wedges and serve with extra barbecue sauce or sour cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg