Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of Hot Honey BBQ Chicken Quesadillas, a perfect blend of sweet and spicy flavors. These quesadillas feature tender shredded chicken coated in a zesty hot honey BBQ sauce, enveloped in gooey melted cheese, all nestled between crispy flour tortillas. Ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this quick recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it a go-to comfort food that pleases everyone at the table. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauces like sour cream or guacamole for an extra layer of deliciousness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- Olive oil for sautéing vegetables
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix the shredded chicken with BBQ sauce, honey, and hot sauce until evenly coated.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; add sliced onions and bell peppers. Sauté until softened (about 5 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Place one tortilla on a clean surface. Sprinkle half with cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, then add a layer of the chicken mixture and sautéed vegetables. Top with fresh cilantro.
- Fold the tortilla in half and cook on a heated skillet for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cheese melts.
- Allow to cool slightly before cutting into wedges and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg