Description
BBQ Chicken Quesadillas are the perfect blend of smoky and cheesy flavors, designed to satisfy your cravings and bring friends and family together. Each quesadilla features tender grilled chicken tossed in rich BBQ sauce, melty sharp cheddar cheese, and vibrant bell peppers—all enveloped in a crispy tortilla. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, these quesadillas are a hit for any occasion, from game day celebrations to cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and grill for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Set aside to rest before shredding.
- Shred the Chicken: Shred the grilled chicken using two forks and mix it with BBQ sauce until well coated.
- Prepare Your Tortilla: Lay a tortilla flat, sprinkle one half with cheddar cheese, add BBQ chicken, bell peppers, and green onions.
- Fold and Cook: Fold the tortilla in half and cook in a greased skillet over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip and Finish: Carefully flip the quesadilla to cook the other side until crispy.
- Slice and Serve: Cut into wedges and serve hot with sour cream on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (170g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg