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buffalo chicken quesadilla delight

Spicy Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas

These Spicy Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas combine tender chicken coated in signature buffalo sauce with melted Monterey Jack cheese between crispy flour tortillas. Ready in under 15 minutes, they're perfect for game day appetizers or quick weeknight dinners with adjustable heat levels to suit your preference.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 8-inch flour tortillas
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese shredded
  • 1/3 cup hot pepper sauce such as Frank's
  • 2 cups cooked chicken finely diced
  • Blue cheese dressing optional, for serving

Equipment

  • Grill pan or non-stick skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the hot pepper sauce and melted butter to create the buffalo sauce.
  2. Add the diced cooked chicken to the sauce mixture and toss until all pieces are evenly coated.
  3. Lay out four flour tortillas on a clean surface. Distribute the buffalo chicken mixture evenly among them, spreading toward the edges while leaving a small border.
  4. Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese over the chicken on each tortilla.
  5. Top each with another tortilla and press down gently to seal.
  6. Heat a grill pan or non-stick skillet over medium heat. No additional oil is needed.
  7. Cook each quesadilla for 3-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy with melted cheese inside. Press down occasionally with a spatula for even contact with the pan.
  8. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for a minute before cutting into quarters.
  9. Serve with blue cheese dressing on the side for dipping, if desired.

Notes

For a time-saving shortcut, use rotisserie chicken instead of cooking chicken from scratch. You can adjust the heat level by adding more or less hot sauce according to your preference.
Try adding diced celery or green onions to the filling for extra crunch and flavor that complements the buffalo profile. For a lighter version, use whole wheat tortillas or reduce the butter slightly.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium-low heat until warmed through and crispy again.