Description

A flavorful and cheesy Taco Bell-style chicken quesadilla made with grilled chicken, creamy jalapeño sauce, and plenty of melted cheese, all grilled in a golden tortilla.

Ingredients

2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
4 large flour tortillas
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon pickled jalapeño juice
1 tablespoon chopped pickled jalapeños
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1 tablespoon butter (for grilling)

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Instructions

In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, jalapeño juice, chopped jalapeños, garlic powder, paprika, and cumin to make the creamy jalapeño sauce. Set aside.
Lay out the tortillas and spread 1 tablespoon of jalapeño sauce over half of each tortilla.
Layer shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, and Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the sauced halves.
Fold each tortilla in half over the filling.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter.
Grill each quesadilla for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Remove from skillet, slice into wedges, and serve warm.

Notes

You can substitute the chicken with grilled steak or seasoned ground beef.
Adjust the level of jalapeños to control the spiciness.
Serve with sour cream, salsa, or guacamole for dipping.