Description

These BBQ Chicken Quesadillas are a quick and delicious meal, combining tender shredded chicken tossed in tangy barbecue sauce with melted cheddar cheese, all sandwiched between crispy flour tortillas. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or satisfying snack, they’re crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside with an optional fresh kick from green onions.

Ingredients

Scale

Filling

2 cups cooked shredded chicken
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)

Quesadillas

4 large flour tortillas
2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

Prepare the chicken mixture: In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken and barbecue sauce until the chicken is evenly coated with the sauce, ensuring a flavorful filling.
Heat the skillet: Place a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, allowing it to warm up for even cooking.
Assemble first quesadilla: Place one flour tortilla in the skillet, then sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the tortilla surface. Next, spread 1/2 cup of the BBQ chicken mixture over the cheese, followed by another 1/2 cup of shredded cheese to help everything melt together.
Top and cook first side: Cover the filling with a second tortilla and cook for 3–4 minutes, or until the bottom tortilla turns golden brown and the cheese begins melting.
Flip and cook second side: Carefully flip the quesadilla using a spatula and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes until the other side is golden and the cheese is fully melted inside.
Repeat assembly: Remove the cooked quesadilla from the skillet and set aside. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet if needed, then repeat the assembly and cooking process for the remaining tortillas and filling.
Serve: Once cooked, slice each quesadilla into wedges. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired, and serve warm for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

You can substitute the cheddar cheese with Monterey Jack or a Mexican cheese blend for a different flavor profile.
For spicier quesadillas, add sliced jalapeños or hot sauce to the chicken mixture.
Leftover quesadillas can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated in a skillet to maintain crispiness.
Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free version, but keep in mind they may be more fragile to handle.
Chopped green onions add freshness but can be omitted if preferred.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Keywords: BBQ chicken quesadillas, easy dinner, shredded chicken recipe, cheesy quesadilla, quick skillet meal