Hawaiian Bbq Chicken Quesadillas
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these irresistible Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Quesadillas! Bursting with savory-sweet flavors, this recipe combines tender BBQ-coated chicken, juicy pineapple chunks, and a perfect medley of mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, all melted between crispy, golden tortillas. A hint of green onion adds a pop of freshness to every bite. Quick and easy to prepare, these quesadillas are ready in just 30 minutes, making them a family-friendly favorite that's perfect for busy nights. Serve them warm with a side of ranch dressing or sour cream for dipping, and let these tropical-inspired quesadillas transport your taste buds to paradise. Perfect for satisfying cravings, this recipe is guaranteed to be a hit with both kids and adults alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 flour tortillas (large)
- 2 green onions (finely sliced)
- 2 tablespoons butter (or oil for frying)
- optional: ranch dressing or sour cream for serving
Instructions
1. Shred the cooked chicken breast using two forks or chop it into small pieces.
2. In a large bowl, mix the chicken with the BBQ sauce until evenly coated.
3. Lay out the tortillas on a flat surface. Sprinkle half of each tortilla with a mix of shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
4. On top of the cheese, evenly distribute the BBQ chicken mixture, pineapple chunks, and sliced green onions.
5. Sprinkle additional cheese over the chicken mixture for extra gooeyness, then fold the tortillas in half to create a semi-circle.
6. Heat 1/2 tablespoon of butter (or oil) in a large skillet over medium heat. Once melted, carefully place a folded tortilla into the pan.
7. Cook each quesadilla for 2-3 minutes on one side until golden brown and the cheese begins to melt, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side. Adjust heat as necessary to avoid burning.
8. Repeat with remaining quesadillas, adding more butter or oil as needed.
9. Remove quesadillas from the skillet and let them rest for 1-2 minutes before slicing into wedges.
10. Serve warm with your choice of dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing or sour cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3126 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 150.5 g | 193% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.5 g | 382% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 638 mg | 213% | |
| Sodium | 4703 mg | 204% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 212.8 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 87.1 g | ||
| Protein | 221.8 g | 444% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2874 mg | 221% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 1075 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
