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Taco Bell Chicken Quesadilla

easy chicken quesadilla
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Recreate the famous Taco Bell chicken quesadilla at home with this easy copycat recipe.

Tender seasoned chicken, melty cheese blend, and crispy tortillas deliver authentic fast food flavor.

Customize with your favorite add-ins for an even better-than-the-original experience!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch size)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • ½ cup diced bell pepper
  • ¼ cup diced onion
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine sour cream, 1 tablespoon cream cheese, lime juice, ¼ teaspoon each of paprika, cumin and garlic powder to make the special sauce. Set aside.
  2. Mix shredded chicken with taco seasoning, remaining garlic powder, paprika, and chili powder in a medium bowl.
  3. Sauté diced bell peppers and onions in 1 teaspoon butter for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
  4. Combine the vegetables with the seasoned chicken mixture and remaining tablespoon of cream cheese.
  5. Mix the shredded cheddar and pepper jack cheeses in a separate bowl.
  6. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add ½ teaspoon butter.
  7. Lay a tortilla flat on the heated surface and sprinkle ¼ cup of cheese over half.
  8. Add about ½ cup of chicken-vegetable mixture over the cheese.
  9. Top with another ¼ cup of cheese blend.
  10. Fold the empty half of the tortilla over the filled side and press gently to seal.
  11. Cook for 2 minutes until golden brown, then add ½ teaspoon more butter before flipping.
  12. Cook for another 2 minutes until the second side is golden and cheese is completely melted.
  13. Remove from heat, let rest for 30 seconds, then slice into 3-4 wedges.
  14. Serve immediately with the prepared special sauce.
  15. Repeat with remaining ingredients to make all four quesadillas.

Notes

For best results, shred your own cheese rather than using pre-packaged shredded varieties which contain anti-caking agents.

Rotisserie chicken works wonderfully as a time-saving option.

Allow quesadillas to rest for 30-60 seconds before cutting for cleaner slices.

If reheating leftover quesadillas, use a dry skillet or oven rather than microwave to maintain crispness.

Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.

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