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Buffalo Chicken Quesadilla Recipe

This buffalo chicken quesadilla recipe adds a new element to the classic quesadilla by adding a spicy buffalo twist. With gooey cheese, spicy chicken, and crispy tortillas, this dish is perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time2 hours 30 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time2 hours 50 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: american fusion
Keyword: buffalo chicken quesadilla
Servings: 6
Author: Emily Richter

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Franks Redhot Original sauce divided
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt divided
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1.5 lbs. chicken breast
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ small red onion thinly sliced
  • 2 large carrots grated carrots
  • ¼ cup cilantro chopped
  • 6 large tortillas
  • 8 oz. shredded Monterey jack cheese ~2 cups
  • ½ cup blue cheese dressing

Instructions

  • Add ½ cup hot sauce, honey, garlic powder, onion powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and pepper to a large bowl. Whisk to combine. Add the chicken breast to the bowl and toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
    Two chicken breasts in a bowl on a white surface.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the 1 tablespoon of olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and remaining salt. Add the onion, carrots, and cilantro to the bowl. Mix to combine. Set aside.
    Carrot and onion salad in a glass bowl.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When the oil is fragrant, add the chicken to the pan and cook for 5 minutes. Flip the chicken and cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until it reaches 165℉. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside for 5 minutes.
    A frying pan with two chicken breasts in it.
  • Shred the chicken and place it into a bowl. Stir in the remaining buffalo sauce.
    Shredded chicken in a white bowl on a grey background.
  • To assemble the quesadilla, place â…“ cup of shredded cheese on one side of a tortilla. Scoop â…“ -½ cup of shredded buffalo chicken on top of the cheese. Finally, place ¼ cup of the carrot mixture on the chicken. Fold the tortilla in half.
    A taco on a cutting board with carrots and onions.
  • Heat another skillet over medium heat. Brush the remaining olive oil on the outside of each assembled quesadilla. Cook each quesadilla for 1-2 minutes on each side. Remove from heat once the sides are golden brown and set aside.
    A quesadilla is being cooked in a frying pan.
  • Serve with blue cheese or ranch dressing.
    Quesadillas on a baking sheet with lime wedges.

Notes

  • To use pre-cooked chicken, add ½ cup of buffalo sauce and honey to a saucepan and whisk to combine. Cook over medium heat. Add 2 cups of shredded chicken and cook on low until warm.
  • If you love blue cheese, add some crumbles to the quesadilla with the Monterey jack.

Nutrition

Calories: 488kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 28g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g