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cheesy bbq chicken quesadillas stacked on plate with melty mozzarella stretch

Cheesy BBQ Chicken Quesadillas

Avatar photoMarla Jennings
Extra cheesy BBQ chicken quesadillas with a soft, melty interior and gentle barbecue flavor, designed for comfort-focused meals.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 quesadillas
Calories 480 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Spatula
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cutting board

Ingredients
  

BBQ Chicken Filling

  • 1 lb cooked shredded chicken
  • 1/3 cup barbecue sauce use lightly
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Cheesy Quesadillas

  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 tbsp butter or oil for cooking

Instructions
 

  • Toss cooked chicken with barbecue sauce, salt, and black pepper until lightly coated.
  • Layer cheese, BBQ chicken, and additional cheese inside tortillas, then fold.
  • Cook quesadillas slowly in a skillet until cheese is fully melted and tortillas are warmed through.

Notes

Serve immediately for best cheese pull and texture. Avoid high heat to prevent burning before melting.
Keyword BBQ Chicken Quesadillas, Cheese Quesadilla, Cheesy BBQ Chicken, Comfort Food Quesadillas