Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas Recipe

buffalo chicken quesadillas sliced and crispy

Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas Recipe

These Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas are crispy, cheesy, and packed with bold, tangy heat. Tender buffalo-seasoned chicken and melty cheese are tucked inside golden tortillas for the perfect balance of spice and crunch. They’re quick to make, endlessly satisfying, and ideal for easy dinners or game-day cravings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Course Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine American, Mexican

Servings 4

Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
⅓ cup Buffalo sauce adjust to taste
1 tablespoon melted butter optional, for richer flavor
1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
4 large flour tortillas
1 –2 tablespoons oil or butter for cooking

Optional Add Ins

¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
¼ cup diced celery
2 tablespoons cream cheese or ranch dressing
Crumbled blue cheese for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Buffalo Chicken

In a bowl, toss cooked chicken with Buffalo sauce and melted butter (if using). Mix until the chicken is evenly coated.
Taste and adjust heat level if needed.

Step 2: Assemble the Quesadillas

Lay tortillas flat on a clean surface.
On one half of each tortilla, sprinkle a layer of cheese.
Add a generous portion of Buffalo chicken, then sprinkle more cheese on top. Add any optional ingredients if using.
Fold tortillas in half to close.

Step 3: Cook Until Crispy

Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with oil or butter.
Place quesadillas in the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
Flip carefully once the bottom is crisp and the cheese starts to melt.

Step 4: Slice and Serve

Remove from skillet and let rest for 1–2 minutes.
Slice into wedges and serve warm.

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Notes

📝 Notes

Use cooked shredded chicken for faster prep.
Rotisserie chicken works great for extra flavor.
Adjust buffalo sauce to taste for mild or spicy quesadillas.
Cheddar, mozzarella, or a Mexican blend all melt well.
Cook on medium heat to avoid burning the tortillas.
Flip carefully once the cheese starts melting.
Serve immediately for the best crispy texture.
Leftovers reheat best in a skillet, not the microwave.

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