Easy Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadilla
Easy Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadilla is a delightful blend of savory chicken, crispy bacon, and gooey cheese wrapped in a perfectly toasted tortilla. This quick and satisfying dish is ideal for busy weeknights or game days, bringing comfort and joy to your table in under 30 minutes. Each bite delivers a symphony of flavors that will keep everyone coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (1 quesadilla per serving) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3 breasts)
- 6 strips bacon
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 4 large flour tortillas
Instructions
- Cook the chicken in a skillet over medium heat with salt and pepper until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes per side. Shred and set aside.
- In the same skillet, fry bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Drain and chop into pieces.
- Combine shredded chicken, bacon, cheese, and ranch dressing in a bowl.
- Spoon the mixture onto one half of each tortilla; fold over.
- Cook quesadillas in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Slice into wedges and serve with extra ranch dressing or salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider sautéing onions or bell peppers to mix into the filling. - Substitute turkey bacon or experiment with different cheeses like pepper jack for a spicy kick. - Leftover quesadillas can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.