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Buffalo Chicken Quesadilla

Buffalo Chicken Quesadilla

This Buffalo Chicken Quesadilla is a bold, cheesy dish perfect for game-day snacks or quick dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4 quesadillas
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • ½ cup buffalo sauce
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or blend)
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 2 tablespoons butter or oil
  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions

Instructions
 

  • Mix shredded chicken with buffalo sauce, cream cheese, and spices until well combined.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add cheese to half of tortilla, layer chicken mixture, then more cheese and fold.
  • Cook in buttered pan for 2–3 minutes until golden.
  • Flip and cook another 2–3 minutes until cheese melts.
  • Rest for 1 minute before slicing.
  • Cut into wedges and serve hot.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken for faster prep. Cook on medium heat for even crisping. Avoid overfilling to prevent tearing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 1000mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g
Keyword Buffalo Chicken Quesadilla, chicken recipe, Comfort Food, Game Day Snack, Quick Dinner, Spicy Quesadilla
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