Copycat Taco Bell Chicken Quesadillas
Make better than takeout Taco Bell Chicken Quesadillas at home in 20 minutes! A creamy, cheesy, spicy chicken filling in crispy tortillas. The ultimate fast food copycat.
Ingredients
- 1 rotisserie chicken meat shredded (3-4 cups)
- 6-8 medium flour tortillas
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese plus extra for topping, optional
- 3 tbsp diced pickled jalapeños + 1 tbsp juice from jar
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper adjust to taste
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, mayo, jalapeños + juice, cheese, cumin, chili powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
- Place filling on one half of each tortilla. Fold tortilla over.
- Cook in a lightly oiled skillet over medium high heat for 2-3 mins per side until golden and crispy.
- Transfer to cutting board, slice into triangles, and serve hot with dipping sauces.
Notes
- Mayonnaise is essential for the authentic creamy texture and flavor.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper to control the spice level.
- For a lighter option, quesadillas can be baked at 400°F for 10-12 mins, flipping once.