Yum a Tasty Barbecue Chicken Quesadilla
Turn up the heat with this irresistible Yum a Tasty Barbecue Chicken Quesadilla recipe—your go-to dish for a quick yet mouthwatering meal! Perfectly balanced between smoky, tangy barbecue flavors and gooey, melty cheese, this recipe combines tender shredded chicken, rich barbecue sauce, and a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, all tucked inside a crisp, buttery tortilla. Fresh green onions and optional cilantro add a bright pop of flavor, while a golden, pan-grilled exterior ensures every bite is satisfyingly crunchy. Ready in just 25 minutes, this family-friendly favorite is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve these quesadillas warm, sliced into wedges, and pair with creamy sour cream and zesty salsa for the ultimate Tex-Mex treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (shredded) Cooked chicken breast
- 0.5 cup Barbecue sauce
- 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 pieces Large flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons (softened) Butter
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Green onions
- 1 tablespoon (chopped) Cilantro (optional)
- 0.5 cup (for serving) Sour cream
- 0.5 cup (for serving) Salsa
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken and barbecue sauce. Mix until the chicken is evenly coated with the sauce.
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
Spread a thin layer of softened butter on one side of each tortilla.
Place one tortilla, butter-side down, onto the skillet.
Sprinkle 1/4 of the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese evenly across half of the tortilla.
Add 1/4 of the barbecue chicken mixture on top of the cheese layer.
Sprinkle a few chopped green onions and cilantro (if using) on top of the chicken.
Fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling, pressing lightly with a spatula to ensure it sticks together.
Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side or until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy. Flip the quesadilla and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and the other side is golden brown.
Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and transfer it to a cutting board. Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
Once all the quesadillas are cooked, slice each into wedges and serve immediately with sour cream and salsa on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2980 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 162.1 g | 208% | |
| Saturated Fat | 92.0 g | 460% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 692 mg | 231% | |
| Sodium | 5742 mg | 250% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 182.7 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.1 g | ||
| Protein | 204.6 g | 409% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 2533 mg | 195% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 968 mg | 21% | |
*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.
