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A golden-brown quesadilla filled with shredded BBQ chicken, melted cheese, and vibrant vegetables, sliced into wedges on a rustic wooden board, with a side of fresh salsa and lime wedges, styled casually with a softly blurred background.

Easy BBQ Chicken Quesadilla

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A cheesy quesadilla filled with smoky BBQ chicken, melted cheese, and fresh toppings, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual lunches.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups shredded cooked BBQ chicken
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onions
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • Sour cream and salsa for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  2. Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle with cheese, BBQ chicken, green onions, and cilantro.
  3. Top with a second tortilla and cook until the bottom is golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook the other side until golden and cheese is melted, about 2 more minutes.
  5. Remove from skillet, slice into wedges, and serve with sour cream and salsa.

Notes

  • Use leftover or rotisserie chicken for quick prep.
  • Adjust spice level by adding jalapeños or hot sauce.
  • Enhance flavor with a sprinkle of smoked paprika.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Stove-top
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free tortillas

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
  • Calories: 450 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 820 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg