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BBQ Chicken Quesadilla – Lunch with a Kick

20-Minute BBQ Chicken Quesadilla – Irresistibly Cheesy Lunch Hit

A delicious BBQ chicken quesadilla packed with flavor, perfect for lunch.

  • Total Time: 18 mins
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Place one tortilla in the skillet.
  3. Spread BBQ sauce evenly over the tortilla.
  4. Layer shredded chicken, cheese, red onion, and cilantro.
  5. Top with the second tortilla.
  6. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cheese melts.
  7. Cut into wedges and serve.

Notes

  • Use leftover chicken for quicker prep.
  • Adjust BBQ sauce to your taste.
  • Serve with sour cream or salsa.
  • Author: Janet D. Evans
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 mins
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

Keywords: BBQ chicken quesadilla, lunch recipe, easy quesadilla