Taco Bell Chicken Quesadilla Recipe
Indulge in the deliciousness of homemade Taco Bell Chicken Quesadilla with a flavorful jalapeño sauce, shredded rotisserie chicken, and a blend of gooey cheeses, all sandwiched between crispy flour tortillas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Fry
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Jalapeño Sauce:
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) sour cream
- 3 tbsp (45 ml) pickled jalapeno juice (from the pickled jalapenos)
- 3 tbsp (15 g) pickled jalapenos (minced)
- 1 clove garlic (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne powder
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Chicken Quesadilla:
- 8 medium flour tortillas
- 4 cups (800 g) shredded rotisserie chicken* (see notes in the recipe card down below if you want to cook your own chicken)
- 4 cups (460 g) shredded cheese blend (Monterey Jack, American Cheese, and Mozzarella recommended)
Instructions
- Make the jalapeño sauce: Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, pickled jalapeño juice, pickled jalapenos, garlic, cumin, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper to a small bowl and mix until fully combined. Taste and adjust seasonings if desired.
- Prepare the chicken*: If using rotisserie or plain leftover chicken, shred the chicken using two forks or your hands. Add the shredded chicken and part or all of the jalapeño sauce to a medium bowl and mix until combined and creamy. You can use the remaining sauce for dipping, if desired.
- Assemble the Chicken Quesadillas: In a skillet over medium heat, add a tortilla, top with cheese, chicken, more cheese, and another tortilla. Cook until the bottom tortilla is golden (about 1 minute), then flip and cook until golden again (about 30-60 seconds). Repeat with remaining tortillas. Slice each prepared quesadilla into wedges (if desired) and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of cayenne powder and jalapeños in the sauce.
- Feel free to add additional toppings like diced tomatoes, avocado slices, or fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Taco Bell, Chicken Quesadilla, Homemade, Mexican, Cheese, Jalapeño Sauce
Find it online: https://kitchenbyrita.com/taco-bell-chicken-quesadilla-recipe/
