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Hot Honey BBQ Chicken Quesadillas

Hot Honey BBQ Chicken Quesadillas for Irresistible Crunchy Bites

These Hot Honey BBQ Chicken Quesadillas combine sweet and spicy flavors for a quick, fulfilling dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked chicken, shredded Use leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce Pick your favorite brand.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Can substitute with agave syrup.
  • 1 tablespoon Hot sauce Adjust to suit your spice tolerance.
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese Pepper jack is great for an extra kick.
  • 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese Reduce for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup Sliced red onions Leave out for a milder taste.
  • 1 cup Chopped bell peppers Use any color for brightness.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped fresh cilantro Optional but recommended for garnishing.
Assembly and Cooking
  • 4 large Flour tortillas Whole-wheat or corn tortillas are alternatives.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can use butter if preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper

Equipment

  • skillet
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken with BBQ sauce, honey, and hot sauce. Stir until well-coated and let sit while preparing vegetables.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced red onions and chopped bell peppers; sauté for about 5 minutes until tender. Season with salt and pepper, then set aside.
Assembly and Cooking
  1. Lay a tortilla flat; sprinkle half with cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, add a scoop of BBQ chicken mixture, top with sautéed vegetables and cilantro. Fold in half.
  2. Add olive oil to the skillet, heat over medium, place the filled quesadilla in and cook for 3 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
  3. Remove from skillet, cool for a minute, then slice into wedges. Serve warm with optional sides.
  4. Continue assembly with remaining ingredients for additional quesadillas.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 24gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet for best results.

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