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Cheesy BBQ Chicken Quesadilla

Cheesy BBQ Chicken Quesadilla
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This Cheesy BBQ Chicken Quesadilla recipe perfectly balances smoky, tangy BBQ flavors with rich, melty cheese, making it a quick, satisfying meal for lunch, dinner, or game day snacks. Featuring tender BBQ chicken, gooey cheese, and crisp, golden tortillas, it is easy to prepare and customizable to your taste.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your preferred style)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely sliced
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • 1–2 tbsp butter or oil for cooking

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Shred or dice the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces. Toss thoroughly with BBQ sauce to coat each piece evenly, infusing it with smoky, tangy flavor.
  2. Assemble the Quesadilla: Lay one tortilla flat on a clean surface. Evenly spread the BBQ-coated chicken over the tortilla, then sprinkle both shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese on top. Add thinly sliced red onion and cilantro if using. Cover with a second tortilla to form a sandwich.
  3. Cook to Perfection: Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt butter or add oil. Carefully place the assembled quesadilla in the pan, cooking for 3-4 minutes per side until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese has melted completely.
  4. Slice and Serve: Transfer the quesadilla to a cutting board and let it rest for about a minute. Slice into wedges and serve warm to enjoy melty, cheesy goodness.

Notes

  • Don’t overfill the quesadilla to avoid sogginess and difficulty folding.
  • Cook on medium-low heat to melt cheese evenly without burning the tortilla.
  • Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting quality.
  • Press gently with a spatula while cooking to ensure even crisping.
  • Let the quesadilla rest briefly after cooking for easier slicing and less cheese oozing.

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