
Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadilla Recipe
This delicious and easy-to-make quesadilla is filled with chicken, bacon, and ranch, making it a perfect meal for any time of day.
1. Ingredients
The following ingredients are needed for this recipe:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small pieces
- 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup of ranch dressing
- 2 large tortillas
- 1 cup of shredded cheese (Cheddar or Monterey Jack work well)
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
2. Instructions
Follow these steps to make the Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadilla:
- In a large skillet, cook the chicken over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through.
- In a separate pan, cook the bacon until crispy, then set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cooked chicken, crumbled bacon, and ranch dressing.
- In a large skillet, place one of the tortillas and sprinkle shredded cheese over half of the tortilla.
- Spoon the chicken and bacon mixture over the cheese, then top with more cheese.
- Fold the tortilla in half to enclose the filling, and cook for 2-3 minutes or until the tortilla is lightly browned and the cheese is melted.
- Flip the quesadilla and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the other side is also lightly browned.
- Repeat with the remaining tortilla and filling ingredients.
- Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro if desired.
3. Tips
Here are some tips to help you make the best Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadilla:
- Use high-quality ingredients, such as fresh cilantro and real bacon, to get the best flavor.
- Don’t overfill the quesadilla, as this can make it difficult to fold and can result in filling falling out during cooking.
- Cook the quesadilla over medium heat to prevent burning and to ensure the cheese is melted and the tortilla is crispy.
- Experiment with different types of cheese and add-ins, such as diced onions or bell peppers, to make the recipe your own.