Description
Enjoy the creamy, cheesy goodness of this copycat Taco Bell chicken quesadilla recipe at home. Packed with seasoned chicken, smoky sauce, and gooey cheese, it’s perfect for a quick meal or snack.
Ingredients
2 large flour tortillas
1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon sour cream
1 teaspoon lime juice
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, and cayenne pepper to make the sauce.
- Spread the sauce evenly on one side of each tortilla.
- Layer shredded chicken and cheese on one half of each tortilla, then fold to form a semicircle.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt butter.
- Place one quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and the cheese melts.
- Repeat with the second quesadilla. Slice into wedges and serve with dipping sauces like salsa or guacamole.
Notes
Customize with your preferred fillings, such as black beans or vegetables for a vegetarian option.
For extra spice, add more cayenne or jalapeños.
Best served fresh but can be reheated in a skillet or oven for crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 servings
- Calories: 410 kcal
