Name: BBQ Chicken Quesadillas
Prep time: 12 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients: ½ tablespoon olive oil; ½ cup red onion, sliced thinly; 1 ½ cups chopped cooked chicken (rotisserie works great!); ½ cup BBQ sauce (use your favorite brand); ½ cup cooked corn (fresh or frozen); 2 cups Mexican cheese blend (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Oaxaca cheese); 4 large flour tortillas; 2 tablespoons butter (for cooking); Sour cream and chopped fresh cilantro (for serving); Use high-quality cheese for better melting and flavor. Mexican cheese blends work best but can be swapped for mozzarella or pepper jack.; If using frozen corn, thaw it before adding to the recipe for even cooking.

BBQ Chicken Quesadillas

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BBQ Chicken Quesadillas are a delightful fusion of Tex-Mex and smoky barbecue flavors. With tender chicken, sweet corn, and gooey cheese, all wrapped in crispy tortillas, this dish is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve it with sour cream and fresh cilantro for a refreshing finish!

Author: Carlos_Antonio
Prep Time: 12 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 4 1x
Category: Main Dish
Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Ingredients

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½ tablespoon olive oil
½ cup red onion, sliced thinly
1 ½ cups chopped cooked chicken (rotisserie works great!)
½ cup BBQ sauce (use your favorite brand)
½ cup cooked corn (fresh or frozen)
2 cups Mexican cheese blend (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Oaxaca cheese)
4 large flour tortillas
2 tablespoons butter (for cooking)
Sour cream and chopped fresh cilantro (for serving)

Ingredient Notes

Use high-quality cheese for better melting and flavor. Mexican cheese blends work best but can be swapped for mozzarella or pepper jack.
If using frozen corn, thaw it before adding to the recipe for even cooking.

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Instructions

Step 1: Sauté the Onions

Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add sliced red onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 3–4 minutes.

Step 2: Prepare the Filling

In a medium bowl, mix the cooked onions, chopped chicken, BBQ sauce, and cooked corn until evenly coated. The filling should be moist but not overly saucy.

Step 3: Assemble the Quesadilla

Melt ½ tablespoon butter in the skillet over medium heat. Place one tortilla in the skillet. On half of the tortilla, sprinkle ¼ cup of cheese, then add about ¼ of the chicken mixture, followed by another ¼ cup of cheese. Fold the tortilla over to cover the filling.

Step 4: Cook Until Crispy

Cook until golden brown on one side (about 2–3 minutes). Flip carefully using a spatula and cook for another 2–3 minutes until both sides are crispy and the cheese is melted.

Step 5: Repeat & Serve

Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling. Slice each quesadilla into wedges and serve warm with sour cream and fresh cilantro.

Notes

Serving Suggestions

Pair these quesadillas with guacamole or salsa for added flavor. A simple side salad or Mexican rice complements this dish beautifully.

Tips & Tricks

Cook on medium heat to avoid burning the tortillas while ensuring the filling heats through evenly.
Press down gently on the quesadilla with a spatula while cooking to achieve extra crispiness.

Storage & Reheating

Store leftover quesadillas in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. For freezing, wrap each cooled quesadilla individually in plastic wrap or foil; they’ll keep well for up to two months. Reheat in a dry skillet for crispiness or in an oven at 350°F for about five minutes.

Find it online: https://mexicanrecipe.info/bbq-chicken-quesadillas/