Deliciously Easy BBQ Chicken Quesadillas for Quick Dinners
BBQ Chicken Quesadillas are a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Equipment
- Skillet
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 1.75 cups shredded chicken rotisserie chicken is convenient
- 16 oz black beans preferably Goya
- 1/4 red onion finely diced
- 1 jalapeño finely diced, optional
- 1/2 cup cilantro roughly chopped
- 2.25 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce Sweet Baby Ray's recommended
For the Tortillas
- 10 flour tortillas gluten-free option available
Instructions
How to Make BBQ Chicken Quesadillas
- Prepare the ingredients by finely dicing the red onion and jalapeño, chopping the cilantro, and shredding the chicken if not prepped already.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced onion, jalapeño, cilantro, shredded chicken, black beans, spices, and BBQ sauce. Gently mix until everything is well-coated.
- Take a tortilla and lay it flat. Place about 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture on one half, folding the tortilla over to create a half-moon shape.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a light coat of oil. Place the folded quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on the first side until golden brown. Flip and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes.
- Once cooked, remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it rest for 1-2 minutes before cutting into triangles.
Notes
Optional: Serve with a side of sour cream or guacamole for an extra touch of deliciousness.