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Easy Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadilla

A delightful dish combining tender chicken, savory bacon, and ranch dressing, all enveloped in crispy flour tortillas, perfect for quick meals or snacks.
Préparation 10 minutes
Cuisson 20 minutes
Temps total 30 minutes
Portions: 4 servings
Plat: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 460

Ingrédients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded) Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 8 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled) Turkey bacon can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 cups Mexican cheese blend (shredded) Can substitute with cheddar or mozzarella.
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing Homemade ranch can be a healthier option.
  • 1 cup tomatoes (diced)
  • 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 2 tbsp butter (for cooking) Can use olive oil as an alternative.

Préparation
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all the ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process.
  2. In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken and ranch dressing, mix well, then add bacon, tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro. Stir until combined.
  3. Lay a flour tortilla flat on a surface and sprinkle cheese on one half.
  4. Spoon the chicken and veggie mixture onto the cheese-covered half, then add more cheese on top of the filling.
  5. Fold the tortilla in half and press down gently.
Cooking
  1. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Place the folded quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, then flip and add remaining butter. Cook the second side for another 2-3 minutes.
Serving
  1. Remove from skillet and let cool for a minute, then slice into wedges.
  2. Serve with additional ranch dressing or salsa, if desired.

Notes et conservation

For a spicy version, add jalapeños to the filling. This quesadilla can be customized with various proteins and toppings.