Barbecue Chicken Quesadillas
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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:
- Stir together the first 4 ingredients.
- 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.
- Heat an 11" Gotham skillet over medium heat, and cook quesadillas for 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until browned.
- Cut each quesadilla in half for main-dish servings or in quarters for appetizer servings. Serve with desired toppings. Garnish, if desired.