Taco Bell Chicken Quesadilla Copycat
If you’re craving something creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, then you need to try this Taco Bell Chicken Quesadilla Copycat recipe! It combines tender, seasoned chicken with gooey cheese, all wrapped up in a warm flour tortilla.
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 450kcal
Equipment
- Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar
Filling Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend (or cheddar and Monterey Jack)
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, taco seasoning, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and sugar until smooth. Set aside.
- Spread about 1 tablespoon of the sauce over one side of each tortilla.
- On two tortillas, equally divide the shredded chicken and sprinkle the cheese over it.
- Top with the remaining tortillas, sauce side down.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter or oil.
- Cook each quesadilla for 2-3 minutes on each side until the cheese melts and the tortilla is golden and crispy.
- Slice into quarters and serve hot with extra sauce, salsa, or guacamole.
Notes
For a twist, add sautéed bell peppers or onions. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over low heat.
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcal | Fat: 24g