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chicken quesadillas

Chicken Quesadillas

These easy BBQ chicken quesadillas are crispy on the outside, cheesy on the inside, and packed with smoky BBQ flavour.  Made with shredded chicken, melty mozzarella, and golden tortillas, they’re perfect for a quick lunch, easy dinner, or weeknight meal idea.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lbs. cooked chicken shredded
  • 1/2 c. BBQ sauce
  • 6 Tortillas
  • 2 c. shredded Mozzarella
  • Butter
  • 1/2 diced red onion & 1 tomato diced optional

Instructions
 

  • Place the frying pan onto the hob and turn it on low. Let it heat up for a few minutes before using.
  • Butter one side of each of the tortillas.
  • In a small bowl, add the shredded chicken and mix in the BBQ sauce. If using onion and the tomato add here to the chicken.
  • Place the buttered side of the tortilla onto the frying pan.
  • Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella onto one half of the tortilla. Add the shredded chicken on top of the cheese, then add more cheese.
  • Fold the tortilla in half and let it fry until the bottom is golden brown. Flip onto the other side and continue to fry.
  • Repeat the above steps until all of the tortillas are cooked.
  • Serve with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole and enjoy!

Notes

Nutritional Information                                                                                           Servings 6
Calories 295               Carbs 48g                               Protein 16g                            Fat 5g
Nutritional Information is automatically calculated and should only be used as a guide.
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