Best 2 Bbq Chicken Quesadilla Recipes

Are you craving a tantalizing and flavour-packed meal that combines the smoky goodness of barbecue chicken with the cheesy, melted goodness of a quesadilla? Look no further! In this article, we'll take you on a culinary journey to discover the art of creating the ultimate BBQ Chicken Quesadilla. Whether you prefer a classic approach or enjoy experimenting with unique ingredients, we've got you covered. Get ready to fire up your grill or stovetop and embark on a taste adventure that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BBQ CHICKEN QUESADILLA RECIPE BY TASTY

BBQ Chicken Quesadilla Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chicken breast, salt, pepper, BBQ sauce, flour tortillas, red onion, monterey jack cheese, cheddar cheese, fresh parsley, BBQ sauce

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

½ lb chicken breast, cut into strips
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
½ cup BBQ sauce
2 flour tortillas
¼ cup red onion, julienned
½ cup monterey jack cheese, double for 2 quesadillas
½ cup cheddar cheese, double for 2 quesadillas
fresh parsley
BBQ sauce

Steps:

In a large skillet, add chicken breast and season both sides with salt and pepper.
Cook 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway and adding the onions when you flip the chicken. (Cooking times may vary depending on thickness of the chicken breast).
Remove the chicken from the pan and continue to stir onions.
Shred the chicken while onions are cooking.
Return the shredded chicken to the pan with the onions. Add the BBQ sauce and stir. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Place a tortilla in a pan and add a layer monterey jack and cheddar cheese on half of the tortilla.
Place cooked chicken and onions, and top with the rest of each cheese. Fold in half and cook 6 minutes, flipping halfway.
Serve with extra BBQ sauce and garnish with fresh parsley.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385 calories, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 30 grams, Sugar 12 grams

BBQ CHICKEN QUESADILLA

BBQ Chicken Quesadilla image

This recipe has everything that makes quesadillas a Tex-Mex favorite, plus the goodness of UNCLE BEN'S® Whole Grain Brown Rice.

Provided by Uncle Ben's

Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips UNCLE BEN'S®

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 cup UNCLE BEN'S® Whole Grain Brown
3 cups cooked, diced chicken breast
1 (15 ounce) can red or kidney beans, drained
1 cup barbecue sauce
3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
6 (10 inch) whole grain tortillas

Steps:

Cook rice according to package instructions.
In a large saute pan heat chicken and beans with BBQ sauce.
When rice is cooked, add to chicken and bean mixture. Mix well and add more barbecue sauce if desired.
Assemble quesadillas by sprinkling Cheddar cheese onto 3 tortillas.
Top cheese with chicken mixture. Spread out evenly and finish each with additional cheddar cheese.
Top each quesadilla with another tortilla. Set aside.
Toast quesadillas one at a time in a large non-stick pan over medium heat.
Cook until tortillas are browned on both sides and cheese has melted, being careful when flipping.
Serve one half quesadilla per person.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 657.1 calories, Carbohydrate 73.1 g, Cholesterol 111.8 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 43.3 g, SaturatedFat 13.6 g, Sodium 1396.6 mg, Sugar 12.3 g

Tips:

Choose the right tortillas: Use large, flour tortillas for quesadillas. Corn tortillas are more likely to break.
Shred your own chicken: Shredded chicken from a rotisserie chicken works well, but shredding your own chicken breasts gives you more control over the texture and flavor.
Use a variety of cheeses: A blend of cheeses, such as cheddar, Monterey Jack, and pepper Jack, gives quesadillas a gooey, flavorful filling.
Don't overload the quesadillas: Too much filling will make the quesadillas difficult to fold and cook evenly.
Cook the quesadillas over medium heat: This will help the tortillas cook through without burning the filling.
Serve the quesadillas with your favorite toppings: Salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and pico de gallo are all popular choices.

Conclusion:

BBQ chicken quesadillas are a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. They are also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.