Hot Honey BBQ Chicken Quesadillas
Delicious quesadillas filled with shredded chicken, tangy BBQ sauce, cheese, and a touch of heat from honey, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Quesadillas
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup hot honey BBQ sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheese (such as cheddar or Monterey Jack) Freshly shredded cheese melts better
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional) For garnish
- to taste Sour cream or guacamole for serving (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Combine the shredded chicken and the hot honey BBQ sauce in a bowl. Mix well to ensure the chicken is thoroughly coated.
Cooking
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over one half of the tortilla.
- Add half of the BBQ chicken mixture on top of the cheese, followed by more cheese.
- Fold the tortilla in half and cook for about 3-4 minutes until it turns golden brown and the cheese begins to melt.
- Use a spatula to flip it carefully and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes.
- Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and repeat the process with the remaining tortilla, chicken mixture, and cheese.
Serving
- Cut the cooked quesadillas into wedges and garnish with chopped green onions if desired. Serve with sour cream or guacamole.
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Notes
For best results, use quality cheese, consider using rotisserie chicken for convenience, and adjust the heat level of the BBQ sauce to your liking. Ensure the skillet is preheated before cooking the quesadillas for a crispy texture.