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Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
Spicy, cheesy, and satisfying, these buffalo chicken quesadillas are perfect for a quick lunch or dinner with bold flavors and crispy texture.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 cups cooked chicken (breast or thighs), shredded
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1/2 cup pepper jack cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 tablespoon butter or oil for cooking
  • Fresh herbs (cilantro or green onions) for garnish Fresh herbs (cilantro or green onions) for garnish
  • Ranch or blue cheese dressing for serving Ranch or blue cheese dressing for serving

Instructions 

  • Cook the chicken until fully cooked, then shred it.
  • Mix buffalo sauce with lime juice and salt; toss shredded chicken in the mixture.
  • Place cheese on half of a tortilla, add buffalo chicken, more cheese, then fold.
  • Cook folded quesadilla in a skillet with butter/oil for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
  • Flip and cook until golden; rest briefly before slicing.
  • Serve hot with dressing and garnishes.

Notes

For extra flavor, add chopped cilantro or green onions on top before serving.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Buffalo Chicken