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Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadilla

Delicious Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadilla in 20 Minutes

A quick and tasty Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadilla that's ready in 20 minutes, combining smoky bacon, tender chicken, and creamy ranch dressing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadilla
  • 4 large Flour Tortillas Use large tortillas for better filling capacity.
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken is a time-saver.
  • 6 slices Crispy Bacon Turkey bacon can be a healthier substitute.
  • 2 cups Mexican Cheese Blend Melts beautifully for creaminess.
  • 1/2 cup Ranch Dressing Rich flavor and creaminess.
For Freshness
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Diced; bell peppers can be a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Chopped; substitute with green onions for milder flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Omit if cilantro isn't preferred.
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Essential for a crispy exterior.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken with ranch dressing, stirring until fully coated.
  2. Incorporate crumbled crispy bacon, diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, and fresh cilantro into the chicken mixture.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of butter, allowing it to melt and coat the bottom.
  4. Spread a layer of cheese on one side of each tortilla, add a generous scoop of the chicken mixture, and finish with another layer of cheese.
  5. Fold each tortilla in half and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove the quesadilla from the skillet, allow to cool slightly, then cut into wedges and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with jalapeños or chipotle sauce, but be mindful of overpowering the flavors.

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