Smoky BBQ Chicken Quesadillas
Overview
Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy campfire moments, these BBQ chicken quesadillas come together fast. Melty mozzarella, tender chicken, shallot, and tangy BBQ sauce are tucked into tortillas and pan-seared until golden brown. A smoky red pepper crema and a sprinkle of cilantro make every bite irresistible.
This meal is inspired by HelloFresh, which we originally used to make this in the past.
- Serves: 6
- Prep Time: ~5 minutes
- Cook Time: ~15 minutes
Estimated Calories & Sources
| Ingredient | Quantity | Calories | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Organic Chicken Breast | 30 oz | ~1,400 kcal | FatSecret |
| Mozzarella Cheese | 6 oz | ~480 kcal | FatSecret |
| BBQ Sauce | 12 tbsp (~6 oz) | ~300 kcal | Nutritionix |
| Flour Tortillas (large) | 6 tortillas (~12 oz) | ~840 kcal | FatSecret |
| Smoky Red Pepper Crema | 6 tbsp (~3 oz) | ~240 kcal | Estimated (varies by brand/recipe) |
| Olive Oil & Butter | ~4 tbsp total | ~480 kcal | FatSecret |
| Shallots | 3 medium (~6 oz) | ~120 kcal | FatSecret |
| Cilantro | 0.75 oz | ~5 kcal | FatSecret |
| Fry Seasoning | 3 tbsp (~0.6 oz) | ~20 kcal | Estimated |
| Salt & Pepper | To taste | 0 kcal | — |
| Total (for 6 servings) | ~3,885 kcal | ||
| Per Serving | ~648 kcal |
Ingredients
Produce
- 3 shallots
- ¾ oz cilantro
Pantry
- 6 large flour tortillas
- 3 tbsp fry seasoning
- 12 tbsp BBQ sauce
- 6 tbsp smoky red pepper crema
- Butter
- Cooking oil / olive oil
- Salt & pepper
Dairy
- 6 oz mozzarella cheese
Protein
- 30 oz organic chicken breast
Instructions
-
Prep produce
Wash and dry produce. Halve, peel, and finely dice shallots. Roughly chop cilantro. -
Cook chicken
Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Heat a drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken; season with fry seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, 4–6 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Wipe out pan. -
Assemble quesadillas
Place tortillas on a clean work surface. Sprinkle half the mozzarella onto one side of each tortilla. Top with chicken, shallot, BBQ sauce, and half the cilantro. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella. Fold tortillas in half to seal. -
Pan-sear quesadillas
Heat a drizzle of oil and ½ tbsp butter in the same pan over medium heat. Add quesadillas and cook until golden brown, 1–2 minutes per side, adding more butter and oil as needed. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate. -
Serve
Cut quesadillas into wedges. Drizzle with smoky red pepper crema, garnish with remaining cilantro, and serve warm.
💡 Notes
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- For extra crispy tortillas, lightly brush with oil before pan-searing.
- Adjust sweetness by using a tangier BBQ sauce if preferred.