The Best Chicken Quesadilla

Looking for a copycat Taco Bell Chicken Quesadilla recipe? Our easy and delicious chicken quesadilla is far superior to the one served at Taco Bell. It is made with store-bought rotisserie chicken, making it easy and quick to prepare.

The chicken is then topped with creamy and flavorful homemade jalapeno sauce, enhancing the overall dish. Serve it with Bean Salad on the side and sour cream as the topping, and you've got the perfect meal.

Feel free to play around with the flavors to customize it.

How to Make Chicken Quesadillas

Note: The full instructions are provided in the recipe card below.

In a blender or food processor, blend mayonnaise, salt, sour cream, sugar, cumin, paprika, garlic, cayenne powder, jalapeño, and jalapeño juice; transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Add the chicken and stir well until combined.

Lay a tortilla in the pan and heat until warm. Flip the tortilla over, then sprinkle ⅔ cup of the cheese evenly over the top, carefully keeping it off the pan. Next, spread a generous ½ cup of the chicken mixture over half of the tortilla.

When the cheese is mostly melted, fold the tortilla to cover the filling and form a half-moon shape. Cook until the chicken quesadilla is crisp and golden and the cheese is melted, adjusting the heat as necessary. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.

Let the chicken quesadillas rest for a few minutes to allow the filling to set, then cut into wedges. If desired, serve the chicken quesadilla with Bean Salad or sour cream.

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📖 Recipe

Easy Chicken Quesadilla

BY Camila Benitez

Looking for a copycat Taco Bell Chicken Quesadilla recipe? Our easy and delicious chicken quesadilla is far superior to the one served at Taco Bell. It is made with store-bought rotisserie chicken, making it easy and quick to prepare. The chicken is then topped with creamy and flavorful homemade jalapeno sauce, enhancing the overall dish.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine Mexican

Servings 8

Tools

• Blender
• Large Bowl
• Pan
• Measuring cups

Ingredients

  

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• ▢ ½ cup mayonnaise
• ▢ ½ cup full-fat sour cream
• ▢ 3 pickled jalapeno peppers plus 2 to 3 tablespoons of the picked juice or freshly squeezed lime juice , to taste
• ▢ 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• ▢ ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• ▢ 1 tablespoon paprika
• ▢ ¼ teaspoon kosher salt , to taste
• ▢ ½ teaspoon cayenne powder
• ▢ ½ teaspoon granulated garlic
• ▢ ½ teaspoon granulated onion
• ▢ ¼ teaspoon sugar
• ▢ 2-½ cups rotisserie chicken , shredded
• ▢ 3 tablespoon avocado oil or any neutral oil
• ▢ 10- inch diameter flour tortillas
• ▢ 4 cups Mexican blend cheese
• ▢ Bean Salad , for serving
• ▢ Sour cream , for serving

Instructions

 

• In a blender or food processor, blend mayonnaise, salt, sour cream, sugar, cumin, paprika, garlic, cayenne powder, jalapeño, and jalapeño juice; transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Add the chicken and stir well until combined.
• Lay a tortilla in the pan and heat until warm. Flip the tortilla over, then sprinkle ⅔ cup of the cheese evenly over the top, being careful to keep it off the pan. Next, spread a generous ½ cup of the chicken mixture over half of the tortilla. When the cheese is mostly melted, fold the tortilla over to cover the filling and form a half-moon shape.
• Cook until the chicken quesadilla is crisp and golden and the cheese is melted, adjusting the heat as necessary. Repeat with the remaining tortillas. Let the chicken quesadillas rest a few minutes to allow the filling to set, then cut into wedges. Serve the chicken quesadilla with Bean Salad or sour cream, if desired.

Notes

How to Store & Re-Heat

To store: Wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. 

To reheat: Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake the quesadillas for 10-15 minutes, or until heated and the cheese is melted. If using the microwave, place the quesadillas on a microwave-safe plate and microwave them on high for 30 seconds to 1 minute or until heated through.

On the stovetop, heat a non-stick pan over medium heat; place the quesadillas in the pan and cook them for 1-2 minutes on each side or until heated through and the cheese is melted. Ensure that the quesadillas are heated through and the cheese is melted before serving, and increase the cooking time slightly if reheating frozen quesadillas.

Make-Ahead

Making Chicken Quesadillas ahead of time is a great way to save time and simplify meal preparation. To make the quesadillas, fill them according to the recipe and allow them to cool to room temperature. Next, assemble the quesadillas by placing the filling and cheese on the tortillas and folding them in half. Next, wrap the quesadillas tightly in plastic wrap and store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours or in the freezer for up to 1 month.

When ready to cook, preheat a non-stick pan over medium heat, remove the quesadillas from the plastic wrap, and place them in the pan. Cook the quesadillas for 2-3 minutes on each side or until heated through and the cheese is melted. Then, remove the quesadillas from the pan, cut them into wedges, and serve them with your desired toppings and sides. 

How to Freeze

Freezing Chicken Quesadillas is a convenient way to have a ready-to-go meal whenever needed. To freeze the quesadillas, assemble them according to the recipe and wrap each quesadilla tightly in plastic wrap. Place the wrapped quesadillas in a single layer on a baking sheet and put them in the freezer. Once they are frozen solid, transfer them to a resealable plastic bag or an airtight container, making sure to label the bag or container with the date and contents.

Store the frozen quesadillas in the freezer for up to 2 months. When you're ready to cook, remove the desired number of quesadillas from the freezer and let them thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Then, cook the thawed quesadillas according to the recipe instructions. Freezing Chicken Quesadillas is a great way to save time and ensure you always have a quick and easy meal ready.

Nutrition Facts

Easy Chicken Quesadilla

Amount per Serving

Calories

655

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

39

g

60

%

Saturated Fat

 

13

g

81

%

Trans Fat

 

0.03

g

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

10

g

Monounsaturated Fat

 

11

g

Cholesterol

 

77

mg

26

%

Sodium

 

1348

mg

59

%

Potassium

 

210

mg

6

%

Carbohydrates

 

47

g

16

%

Fiber

 

3

g

13

%

Sugar

 

5

g

6

%

Protein

 

30

g

60

%

Vitamin A

 

577

IU

12

%

Vitamin C

 

8

mg

10

%

Calcium

 

793

mg

79

%

Iron

 

4

mg

22

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.

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