Barbecued Chicken Quesadillas

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Barbecued Chicken Quesadillas
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on June 11, 2023

Ingredients

  • 4 large tortillas
  • 1 cup cooked, shredded barbecued chicken
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • 1/4 cup salsa
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. On a large baking sheet, place two of the tortillas. Divide the chicken and cheese equally between the two tortillas, spreading them out to the edges.
  3. Top each tortilla with the remaining two tortillas. Brush the tops of the tortillas with the melted butter.
  4. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese is melted. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
  5. Cut each quesadilla into 4 wedges. Serve with salsa, sour cream, and cilantro.

Interesting Facts

  • Quesadillas are believed to have originated in Mexico in the 16th century.
  • The word quesadilla is derived from the Spanish word “queso,” which means cheese.
  • Quesadillas are a popular dish in Mexico and the United States and are often served as a snack or appetizer.