BBQ Chicken Cheddar Quesadillas (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main
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2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
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100 milliliters barbecue sauce, or enough to coat chicken
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4 large wheat flour tortillas, approximately 20 centimeters each
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2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
→ For serving
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Sour cream, as desired
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Salsa, as desired
# Instructions:
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Using two forks or your hands, pull the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces until finely shredded.
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In a bowl, toss shredded chicken with enough barbecue sauce to thoroughly coat, ensuring the mixture is moist but not overly saucy.
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Place a large skillet over medium-low heat and let it warm until a drop of water sizzles on contact without evaporating instantly.
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Lay a tortilla flat in the skillet and heat for 30 seconds until pliable.
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Evenly distribute grated cheddar over half the tortilla, leaving margins at the edge. Spoon the barbecue chicken mixture over the cheese, spreading in a thin, even layer. Sprinkle additional cheese on top of the chicken to help bind the filling.
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Fold the empty half of the tortilla over the filling and press gently with a spatula to compact.
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Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the underside develops golden-brown spots and a crisp texture.
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Carefully flip the quesadilla in one smooth motion and continue cooking for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until evenly golden and the cheese has melted.
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Remove from the pan and place on a cutting board. Allow to rest for 1 minute before cutting.
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Slice quesadilla into triangular wedges and serve warm with sour cream and salsa on the side.
# Notes:
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Using rotisserie chicken saves time and infuses additional flavor.