Receta de quesadillas fáciles de pollo a la barbacoa

Ingredientes

• 8 flour tortillas (2 per quesadilla)
• 2 cups shredded chicken*
• 1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey jack cheese
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce, plus more for serving
• 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/3 cup cilantro, chopped (leaves & stems)
• 1-1 1/2 lbs chicken tenders
• Salt, to taste
• Pepper, to taste

Preparación

1. 1

   Make the filling: In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken with ½ cup BBQ sauce and mix until the chicken is evenly coated.

2. 2

   Assemble & cook: Heat a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Place one tortilla in the pan while warming. Layer evenly with a handful of shredded Monterey jack cheese, the BBQ chicken mixture, thinly sliced red onion, chopped cilantro, and another layer of cheese. Top with a second tortilla. Cook for a few minutes until the cheese begins to melt and the bottom tortilla turns golden brown. Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook the other side until it is also golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.

3. 3

   Serve: Remove the quesadilla from the pan and transfer to a cutting board. Cut into 4 to 6 wedges and serve immediately with extra BBQ sauce on the side.

4. 4

   Make shredded chicken at home (optional): Season 1-1½ lbs chicken tenders with salt and pepper. Bake at 400°F (204°C) for 15-18 minutes until cooked through. Use two forks to shred the chicken before using in the recipe.