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A vibrant plate featuring a golden-brown quesadilla filled with shredded BBQ chicken, melted cheese, and fresh cilantro, sliced into wedges, served on a rustic wooden board with a side of salsa and sour cream, showcasing textures of crispy edges and gooey cheese, styled casually.

Easy BBQ Chicken Quesadilla for Quick Weeknight Dinner

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A simple and flavorful BBQ chicken quesadilla made with shredded BBQ chicken, melty cheese, and fresh herbs, grilled to perfection.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Optional: sour cream and salsa for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Mix shredded chicken with BBQ sauce.
  2. Place a tortilla on the skillet, spread with BBQ chicken mixture, sprinkle with cheese, and top with another tortilla.
  3. Cook until golden brown and cheese is melted, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  4. Remove from skillet, slice into wedges, and Garnish with cilantro. Serve with sour cream and salsa.

Notes

  • Use cooked shredded chicken or rotisserie chicken for quick prep.
  • Make it vegetarian by substituting jackfruit or grilled vegetables.
  • Best served warm with fresh toppings.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Grilled/Stove-top
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Easy, Kid-friendly

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
  • Calories: 420 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 680 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 42 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg