BBQ Chicken Quesadilla

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 1

Delicious BBQ Chicken Quesadilla Recipe for Your Next Meal

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

620

Sugar

13g

Fat

24g

BBQ Chicken Quesadilla is a Tex-Mex dish that's perfect for a quick and easy meal. It's made with diced cooked chicken breast, kidney beans, barbecue sauce, and shredded Cheddar cheese, all folded in a whole grain tortilla and grilled until crispy. The beans and chicken provide a good source of protein and fiber, while the cheese adds a rich and creamy flavor. The barbecue sauce gives the dish a sweet and tangy taste that's sure to please all taste buds. This dish is perfect for lunch, dinner, or even as a party appetizer, and it's a hit with both adults and kids alike!

Instructions

1.	Preheat a large skillet over medium heat.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken breast with the drained beans and barbecue sauce.
3.	Lay out a tortilla on a clean surface. Spread a layer of the chicken and bean mixture on one half of the tortilla.
4.	Sprinkle shredded Cheddar cheese over the chicken mixture. Fold the other half of the tortilla over to create a quesadilla.
5.	Place the quesadilla in the preheated skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until the tortilla is crispy and the cheese is melted.
6.	Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling until all quesadillas are made.

PROS

This BBQ Chicken Quesadilla is quick and easy to make, perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a weekend lunch.
It’s packed with protein and fiber from the chicken and beans.

The barbecue sauce adds a sweet and tangy flavor to the dish, making it a crowd-pleaser for all ages.

It’s a great way to use up leftover cooked chicken breast!

CONS

This dish can be high in sodium if using store-bought barbecue sauce.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Be sure to use whole grain tortillas for added fiber and nutrients.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This BBQ Chicken Quesadilla is a good source of protein and fiber from the chicken and beans.
It’s also a good way to incorporate whole grains into your diet if using whole grain tortillas.
Barbecue sauce contains antioxidants that can help reduce inflammation in the body. However, it can also be high in added sugars and sodium, so it should be consumed in moderation.

	3 cups cooked , diced chicken breast
	1 can red or kidney beans , drained
	1 cup barbecue sauce
	3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
	6 whole grain tortillas