Easy Chicken Turkey Bacon Ranch Quesadilla
If you’re in search of a quick and satisfying meal that the entire family will enjoy, look no further than this Easy Chicken Turkey Bacon Ranch Quesadilla. In just 20 minutes, you can create a delightful dish featuring tender chicken, crispy turkey bacon, and melty cheese, all enveloped in a golden tortilla. This recipe not only caters to your cravings but also offers versatility—perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers. You can easily customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or swapping proteins. The creamy ranch dressing gives every bite a burst of flavor, making this quesadilla a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded)
- 8 slices turkey bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 2 cups Mexican cheese blend (shredded)
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tbsp butter (for cooking)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken and ranch dressing.
- Fold in crumbled turkey bacon, diced tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
- Place one tortilla on a flat surface; layer half with cheese, add the chicken mixture, and top with more cheese before folding.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook the folded quesadilla for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer to a cutting board, let cool slightly, then slice into wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (approx. 170g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg