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Taco Bell Chicken Quesadilla Recipe

Taco Bell Chicken Quesadilla

A homemade version of the classic Taco Bell Chicken Quesadilla with a flavorful jalapeño sauce.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For The Taco Bell Jalapeño Sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 3 tbsp pickled jalapeno juice from the pickled jalapenos
  • 3 tbsp pickled jalapenos minced
  • 1 clove garlic or 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For The Chicken Quesadillas
  • 8 medium flour tortillas
  • 4 cups shredded rotisserie chicken *see notes in the recipe card if you want to cook your own chicken
  • 4 cups shredded cheese blend Monterey Jack, American Cheese, and Mozzarella recommended

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. Make the jalapeño sauce. Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, pickled jalapeño juice, pickled jalapeños, garlic, cumin, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper to a small bowl and mix until fully combined. Taste and adjust seasonings if desired.
  2. Prepare the chicken. If using rotisserie or plain leftover chicken, shred the chicken using two forks or your hands. Add the shredded chicken and part or all of the jalapeño sauce to a medium bowl and mix until combined and creamy. You can use the remaining sauce for dipping, if desired.
  3. Assemble the Chicken Quesadillas. In a skillet over medium heat, add a tortilla, top with cheese, chicken, more cheese, and another tortilla. Cook until the bottom tortilla is golden (about 1 minute), then flip and cook until golden again (about 30-60 seconds). Repeat with remaining tortillas. Slice each prepared quesadilla into wedges (if desired) and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Notes

For the best flavor, let the jalapeño sauce sit for a while before using. Customize the quesadillas with your choice of cheese blend, and feel free to use homemade tortillas for an extra special touch.