Taco Bell Chicken Quesadilla (Print Version)
Tender chicken and three cheeses sizzle inside crispy tortillas with a creamy spicy sauce for a quick flavorful meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Protein
01 -
1 cup cooked shredded chicken breast (rotisserie or fresh)
→ Cheese Blend
02 -
2/3 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
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2/3 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
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2/3 cup shredded American cheese
→ Sauce
05 -
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
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1 tablespoon finely chopped pickled jalapeños
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1/2 teaspoon chili powder
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1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
→ Tortillas
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4 burrito-sized flour tortillas (approximately 28 cm diameter)
→ Cooking
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1 teaspoon vegetable oil (for warming chicken, if fresh)
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Combine mayonnaise, chopped pickled jalapeños, chili powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. Mix well and chill to enhance flavor melding.
02 -
If using fresh chicken, heat lightly with vegetable oil in a pan until just cooked through, then let rest. For leftover chicken, warm gently to maintain tenderness.
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Preheat a heavy skillet or cast iron pan over medium heat until hot, ensuring even browning without burning tortillas.
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Place one tortilla in the skillet. Spread 1/3 of the cheese blend evenly over half the tortilla, layer the shredded chicken on top, then add another layer of cheese.
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Spread a portion of the prepared sauce on the empty half of the tortilla. Fold the tortilla over to cover the filling, creating a half-moon shape.
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Cook the quesadilla for approximately 3-4 minutes per side until both sides are golden brown and cheese has melted. Flip carefully to seal.
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Remove from heat and let rest off the skillet for one minute to prevent hot cheese burns, then cut into four wedges for serving.
# Additional Notes:
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Prepare the sauce ahead of time and refrigerate to deepen flavors. Use medium heat to avoid burning tortillas and ensure cheese melts thoroughly.
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Resting quesadillas briefly before slicing prevents cheese from oozing out and maintains texture integrity.