BBQ Chicken Quesadillas: The Ultimate Recipe for a Savory Meal
Savor the delightful blend of smoky BBQ chicken, melted cheese, and fresh veggies in these irresistible BBQ Chicken Quesadillas. Perfectly crispy on the outside and bursting with flavor on the inside, these quesadillas are ideal for game day, family gatherings, or a cozy weeknight dinner. Bring everyone together around the table and enjoy this crowd-pleasing dish that’s sure to create lasting memories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- ½ cup sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat a grill or stovetop pan over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cook for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Remove from heat and let rest before shredding.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with BBQ sauce until fully coated.
- On half of each tortilla, layer cheddar cheese, followed by BBQ chicken mixture and sliced bell peppers. Fold tortillas in half.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat; add folded quesadillas and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer to a cutting board, slice into wedges, and serve hot with sour cream on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg