Smoky Chipotle Chicken Quesadilla Recipe

Smoky, spicy and cheesy, this Chipotle Chicken Quesadilla is a simple and satisfying way to upgrade Taco Tuesday. Made with shredded rotisserie chicken, creamy chipotle-sour cream sauce and melty Colby Jack, these quesadillas are quick to assemble and full of balanced flavor. Below you’ll find clear ingredient details, step-by-step instructions, storage tips and answers to common questions so you can make the best chipotle chicken quesadillas at home.

Chipotle Chicken Quesadilla Ingredients

The ingredients below are organized for convenience. Exact measurements are included so you can prepare the chipotle sauce, assemble and cook without surprises.

• ½ cup sour cream
• 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce with 1 tablespoon of adobo sauce (adjust peppers to taste for more or less heat)
• 1 pound shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken makes this fast and flavorful)
• 3 tablespoons salted butter, softened to room temperature for easy spreading
• 6 large flour tortillas — large tortillas make perfect folded quesadillas; smaller tortillas work if you prefer tacos instead
• 8 ounces Colby Jack cheese, freshly shredded (Monterey Jack is a fine substitute)

How to Make Chipotle Chicken Quesadillas

1. Make the chipotle sauce: combine the sour cream, the chipotle peppers and about 1 tablespoon of the adobo sauce in a blender or food processor. Blend until the sauce is smooth and well combined. Taste and add more peppers or sauce if you want extra heat.
2. Toss the chicken: place the shredded chicken in a large bowl, pour in several tablespoons of the chipotle sauce, and toss to coat evenly. Use enough sauce to flavor the chicken without making it soggy.
3. Preheat your skillet: heat a 12-inch frying pan or skillet over medium heat. While it warms, spread a thin layer of softened butter on one side of a tortilla.
4. Assemble the quesadilla: place the tortilla in the pan, buttered side down. On one half, sprinkle about 2 tablespoons of shredded Colby Jack, then top with approximately 3 tablespoons of the chipotle-coated chicken. Add another 1–2 tablespoons of cheese on top of the chicken to help the quesadilla seal when folded.
5. Cook until golden: fold the plain side of the tortilla over the filling and press gently. Fry the quesadilla for 2–3 minutes per side, or until both sides are golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
6. Finish and serve: repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling. Slice each quesadilla into wedges and serve with lime wedges, additional sour cream, sliced avocado and chopped cilantro if you like.

Storage and Reheating

Store leftover quesadillas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 1–2 minutes per side until the cheese is gooey and the exterior is crisp. This method keeps the tortilla crispy better than the microwave.

FAQs

Recipe Details

• Prep time: 15 mins
• Cook time: 20 mins
• Total time: 35 mins
• Servings: 6 quesadillas
• Calories: approximately 458 kcal per serving

Equipment

• 12-inch frying pan or skillet
• Mixing bowl
• Blender or food processor

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 458 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 18 g
• Protein: 31 g
• Fat: 29 g (Saturated fat: 15 g)
• Sodium: 557 mg
• Fiber: 2 g
• Calcium: 333 mg

The nutrition information is an estimate provided as a general guide.

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