BBQ Chicken Quesadilla
This BBQ Chicken Quesadilla is a delicious, easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken, tangy BBQ sauce, and melted cheese, all packed into a crispy tortilla. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a delightful snack.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 spatula
- 1 cutting board
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
- 1 cooking spray or oil
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded About 2 large chicken breasts.
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
- ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup corn Canned or frozen; if frozen, thawed.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking spray
- to taste fresh cilantro, chopped Optional for garnish.
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken and BBQ sauce, mixing well until the chicken is evenly coated.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil or cooking spray to coat the pan.
- Lay one tortilla flat in the skillet. On one half of the tortilla, layer ¼ of the BBQ chicken mixture, ½ cup of shredded cheese, a few slices of red onion, and a couple of tablespoons of corn.
- Fold the tortilla in half over the filling and cook for about 3-4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and the cheese has started to melt.
- Carefully flip the quesadilla over using a spatula and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes until it is also golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the skillet and let it cool for a minute, then cut into wedges.
- Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
- Optionally, garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
You can customize this recipe by adding other ingredients like bell peppers, jalapeños, or different types of cheese to suit your taste. For a healthier version, use whole wheat tortillas and low-fat cheese. Serve with sour cream, salsa, or guacamole on the side for dipping.