Hot Honey BBQ Chicken Quesadillas (Print)

Golden crispy tortillas stuffed with BBQ chicken in hot honey glaze, melted cheese blend, and sautéed veggies.

# Components:

→ Chicken & Sauce

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
02 - 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
03 - 2 tablespoons honey
04 - 1 teaspoon hot sauce
05 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Vegetables

06 - 1 cup sliced red onions
07 - 1 cup chopped bell peppers
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
09 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

→ Quesadillas

10 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
11 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
12 - 4 large flour tortillas

→ For Serving (Optional)

13 - Sour cream
14 - Guacamole
15 - Lime wedges

# Directions:

01 - Combine the shredded chicken, BBQ sauce, honey, hot sauce, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Mix thoroughly until the chicken is evenly coated. Set aside to allow flavors to meld while preparing vegetables.
02 - Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced red onions and chopped bell peppers. Sauté for approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened and lightly browned. Remove from heat and set aside.
03 - Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface. Sprinkle half of one side with a blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Layer the BBQ chicken mixture over the cheese, followed by the sautéed onions and bell peppers. Top with fresh cilantro.
04 - Fold the tortilla over to create a half-moon shape, pressing gently to seal the filling inside.
05 - Heat a clean skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the filled tortilla in the pan and cook for about 3 minutes per side until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese has melted completely.
06 - Remove from the skillet and let cool for 1-2 minutes before cutting into wedges. This brief resting period helps the filling set and prevents the cheese from running out when sliced.
07 - Repeat the assembly and cooking process with remaining tortillas and filling. Serve warm with sour cream, guacamole, and fresh lime wedges if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The hot honey BBQ sauce hits that perfect balance between sweet and heat that keeps everyone coming back for seconds
  • They come together in under 30 minutes using leftover rotisserie chicken
  • Each bite has gooey melted cheese, tender vegetables, and that irresistible crispy tortilla crunch
02 -
  • Dont overcrowd the pan when cooking, otherwise the tortillas will steam instead of getting crispy
  • Letting the quesadilla rest for a couple minutes before cutting makes all the difference in keeping everything intact
  • A dry skillet works better than adding oil, which can make the tortilla soggy
03 -
  • Grate your own cheese instead of buying pre-shredded, it melts so much better
  • If the tortilla is cracking when you fold it, warm it in the microwave for 10 seconds first
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