Description
This Taco Bell Chicken Quesadilla recipe delivers a flavorful and cheesy Mexican-inspired dish perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Featuring tender shredded chicken seasoned with a smoky, tangy sauce layered between warm flour tortillas and melted Mexican blend cheese, this quesadilla is cooked to golden perfection in a skillet. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a delightful option for lunch or dinner and pairs wonderfully with your favorite dips like salsa or guacamole.
Ingredients
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Quesadilla
- 2 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
- 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sour cream
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, chili powder, and optional cayenne pepper. Mix thoroughly until smooth and well blended.
- Spread the sauce: Evenly spread the prepared sauce on one side of each flour tortilla, ensuring a good distribution of flavors on the surface.
- Assemble the quesadillas: On one half of each tortilla, layer the shredded chicken evenly, then sprinkle with the shredded Mexican blend cheese. Fold the other half of the tortilla over the filling to form a semicircle shape.
- Heat the skillet: Place a skillet over medium heat and add the butter, allowing it to melt completely and coat the surface.
- Cook the quesadillas: Put one quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Flip carefully to ensure both sides are golden brown and the cheese inside melts thoroughly.
- Repeat cooking: Remove the cooked quesadilla and cook the second one in the same manner, adding more butter if necessary. Once both are cooked, slice each quesadilla into wedges.
- Serve: Serve the quesadilla wedges hot alongside dipping sauces like salsa or guacamole for added flavor and enjoyment.
Notes
- Use cooked chicken breast to save time; rotisserie chicken works well.
- The cayenne pepper is optional; adjust or omit to control the spice level.
- For a crispier quesadilla, press down slightly with a spatula while cooking.
- Can be served with additional toppings such as sour cream, guacamole, or fresh salsa.
- Ensure the skillet is at medium heat to avoid burning while melting cheese thoroughly.
