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    Home » Recipes » Quesadillas

    BBQ Chicken Quesadillas

    Published on August 8, 2020 - Updated on January 11, 2023 by Chef Rodney - 1 Comment - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    These BBQ Chicken Quesadillas are some of my favorite Gourmet Quesadillas to make. I love Gouda Cheese in my Quesadillas. You must try it!
     
    bbq chicken quesadillas

    Quesadillas are probably the easiest thing to make. And these BBQ Chicken Quesadillas are no different. They are also delicious to boot!

    bbq chicken on flour tortilla
    BBQ Chicken on Flour Tortilla

    Some shredded BBQ Chicken, Cheese and Onions between flour tortillas. How easy is that? Within 5 minutes you have a delicious Gourmet Quesadilla!

    ingredients for quesadillas
    Gouda Cheese Mixture on Flour Tortilla

    🐓 How to Handle Raw Chicken

    Leave the chicken in the fridge until ready to use.
    Be careful of dripping juices. Clean up immediately.
    Do not wash raw chicken (which prevents cross-contamination).
    Wash all utensils and cutting boards (if applicable).
    If marinating the chicken, make sure you toss the juices before you cook. Don't ever use the juice from the marinade.
    Wash your hands after handling raw chicken.

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    Bowl of Shredded Rotisserie Chicken
    bbq chicken quesadillas

    💭 Ingredient Substitution

    If you prefer to use something other than the Gouda Cheese, you can substitute for any other type of cheese that melts well. Just keep in mind that the type of cheese you select will alter the flavor of these quesadillas. Mozzarella Cheese would be an easy choice.

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    Quartered Quesadilla

    🧀 What is a Quesadilla

    A quesadilla is a Mexican dish consisting of a tortilla that is filled primarily with cheese, and sometimes meats, beans, and spices, and then cooked on a griddle. Traditionally, a corn tortilla is used, but it can also be made with a flour tortilla, particularly in northern Mexico and the United States. You can read more about it here Quesadilla - Wikipedia.

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    quesadillas with bbq sauce

    For more great recipes with Rotisserie Chicken, I suggest you check these recipes out:

    • Simple Homemade Chicken Burritos
    • Chicken Couscous with Toasted Pine Nuts
    • Chicken Chilaquiles
    • BBQ Chicken Stromboli

    📋 What Ingredients do I need

    You will need the following ingredients to make this BBQ Chicken Quesadillas recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Rotisserie Chicken, BBQ Sauce, Red Onion, Fresh Cilantro, Gouda Cheese and Flour Tortillas.

    🥣 How to make BBQ Chicken Quesadillas

    In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with BBQ sauce. Mix well.
    In another bowl, toss onion, cilantro, and cheese together.
    Lay 4 tortillas on the counter and spread about ⅓ cup of the cheese mixture over each tortilla. Spread 1 cup of chicken over the cheese. Sprinkle another ⅓ cup cheese mixture over top.
    Slide one of the cheese-covered tortillas into a lightly greased skillet over medium heat. Place one of the remaining tortillas on top. Press down on the top with a spatula to remove any air pockets. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the bottom tortilla is crisp and browned.
    Turn the quesadilla over and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes or until lightly browned.
    Repeat this process for the remaining quesadillas. Cut into wedges and serve with extra BBQ sauce immediately if desired.

    BBQ Chicken Quesadillas

    BBQ Chicken Quesadillas

    These BBQ Chicken Quesadillas are some of my favorite Gourmet Quesadillas to make. I love Gouda Cheese in my Quesadillas. You must try it!
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Quesadillas
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 Quesadillas
    Calories 532 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 lb Rotisserie Chicken, cooked & shredded
    • ⅓ Cup BBQ Sauce
    • ½ Cup Red Onion, finely diced
    • ¼ Cup Fresh Cilantro, chopped
    • 12 oz Gouda Cheese, grated
    • 8 Flour Tortillas

    Optional

    • Sour Cream
    • Salsa
    • Quesadilla Dipping Sauce
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    Instructions
     

    • In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with BBQ sauce. Mix well.
    • In another bowl, toss onion, cilantro, and cheese together.
    • Lay 4 tortillas on the counter and spread about ⅓ cup of the cheese mixture over each tortilla. Spread 1 cup of chicken over the cheese. Sprinkle another ⅓ cup cheese mixture over top.
    • Slide one of the cheese-covered tortillas into a lightly greased skillet over medium heat. Place one of the remaining tortillas on top. Press down on the top with a spatula to remove any air pockets. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the bottom tortilla is crisp and browned.
    • Turn the quesadilla over and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes or until lightly browned.
    • Repeat this process for remaining quesadillas. Cut into wedges and optionally serve with extra BBQ Sauce, sour cream, salsa or quesadilla dipping sauce.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 532kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 26gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 97mgSodium: 1354mgPotassium: 279mgFiber: 2gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 532IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 671mgIron: 2mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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    1 Comment

    1. Mayra

      January 16, 2023 at 12:14 am

      These BBQ chicken quesadillas are fantastic. Very tasty. The Gouda cheese gives it just the right flavour.

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