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Crispy BBQ Chicken Quesadilla Triangles

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A quick and easy recipe featuring crispy tortillas filled with smoky BBQ chicken and melty cheese, perfect for a comforting snack or casual dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast or thighs, shredded (rotisserie chicken works well)
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce (preferably smoky and slightly sweet)
  • 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch size)
  • 1½ cups shredded cheese blend (cheddar and Monterey Jack)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter (for crisping tortillas)
  • Optional: finely chopped red onion, fresh cilantro, sliced jalapeños
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded cooked chicken with BBQ sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat evenly.
  2. Preheat a non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter. Let it melt and coat the pan.
  3. Lay one tortilla flat, sprinkle about ⅓ cup shredded cheese evenly over half the tortilla. Spoon ½ cup of the BBQ chicken mixture over the cheese, then top with another ⅓ cup of cheese.
  4. Fold the tortilla over to create a half-moon shape. Place it in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on one side, pressing gently with a spatula until golden-brown and crispy.
  5. Flip the quesadilla and cook another 3-4 minutes until the second side is crisp and cheese is fully melted. Adjust heat as needed.
  6. Remove from heat and let rest for 1-2 minutes. Cut into triangles and serve.

Notes

Use medium heat to avoid burning tortillas before cheese melts. Cover pan briefly if cheese melts slowly. Avoid overfilling to prevent spills when flipping. Reheat in skillet to maintain crispiness. Variations include adding jalapeños for spice, swapping chicken for black beans or veggies for vegetarian, or using vegan cheese for dairy-free.

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