Hot Honey BBQ Chicken Quesadillas
Delightful combination of sweet, smoky, and spicy flavors wrapped in crispy tortillas, perfect for family gatherings or quick dinners.
Ingredients
Chicken and Seasoning
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts Protein-packed foundation
- 1 teaspoon salt For seasoning
- 1 teaspoon pepper For seasoning
- 2 tablespoons BBQ seasoning Enhances flavor
Sauce
- 1 cup BBQ sauce Moisture and sweetness
- 3 tablespoons hot honey For a spicy kick
Tortillas and Cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas Wrap for the quesadillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or your favorite blend) For gooey filling
Optional Garnish
- fresh cilantro For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and BBQ seasoning.
Cooking Chicken
- Preheat your Blackstone griddle to medium heat with a drizzle of oil.
- Cook the seasoned chicken for about six minutes until it sears slightly.
- Add the BBQ sauce and hot honey, stir together, and cook for an additional two minutes.
Assembling Quesadillas
- Reduce the griddle to medium-low and lay the tortillas on the surface.
- Sprinkle cheese over one side of each tortilla, add the BBQ chicken mixture, drizzle with more BBQ sauce, and garnish with cilantro if desired.
- Fold the tortillas over to create a half-moon shape and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until crispy.
Serving
- Slice the quesadillas into wedges and serve hot.
Notes
Feel free to customize with different cheeses, veggies, or dipping sauces. Great with ranch, sour cream, or guacamole.