Barbecue Chicken Quesadillas

Barbecue Chicken Quesadillas

These Barbecue Chicken Quesadillas are a quick and easy meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers. Tender shredded chicken is tossed in tangy barbecue sauce, then layered with melted cheese and fresh cilantro in a crispy tortilla. Serve them with sour cream, guacamole, or your favorite toppings for a meal that’s sure to satisfy. They’re great as a main dish or cut into smaller pieces for a crowd-pleasing appetizer!

Ingredients:

  • ½ pound cooked and shredded chicken breast or thighs
  • ½ cup barbecue sauce
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 5 green onions, minced
  • 8 (6-inch) flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened
  • Toppings: sour cream, sliced green onions, guacamole
  • Garnish: fresh cilantro sprig

Instructions:

  1. Stir together the first 4 ingredients.
  2. Spoon the chicken mixture evenly on one side of each tortilla; sprinkle with cheese. Fold tortillas in half, pressing gently to seal. Spread butter on both sides of the quesadillas.
  3. Heat an 11" Gotham skillet over medium heat, and cook quesadillas for 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until browned.
  4. Cut each quesadilla in half for main-dish servings or in quarters for appetizer servings. Serve with desired toppings. Garnish, if desired.
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