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Golden chicken bacon ranch quesadilla sliced open showing melted cheese, chicken strips, bacon, and ranch sauce

Lightning-Fast Ranch Chicken Quesadillas: Your New 20-Minute Crave!

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Discover how to make delicious chicken bacon ranch quesadillas in just 20 minutes. This easy quesadilla recipe is perfect for a quick, satisfying meal you can enjoy anytime. Loaded with tender chicken, crispy bacon, creamy ranch, and melted cheese, it’s a perfect quick lunch or dinner that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 4 slices cooked bacon, chopped
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • Optional add-ins: sliced jalapeños, diced tomatoes, chopped green onions

Instructions

  1. Start by preparing all your ingredients. Cook and shred the chicken if not already cooked. Fry the bacon until crispy, then chop it into small pieces. Mix the shredded chicken with the ranch dressing and set aside.
  2. Lay a large flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread a tablespoon of ranch chicken mixture evenly over half of the tortilla. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the mixture. Add chopped bacon and optional add-ins. Fold the tortilla over to cover the fillings.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a little olive oil or butter. Carefully place the assembled quesadilla into the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cheese is melted. Use a spatula to press slightly for even cooking.
  4. Once cooked, remove from the skillet and let it rest for a minute. Slice into wedges and serve hot with extra ranch, salsa, or sour cream.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, cook the quesadilla until the outside is golden brown and cheese is melted.
  • Use low-carb tortillas or lettuce wraps for a healthier, low-carb option.
  • Customize with additional ingredients like jalapeños or tomatoes for extra flavor.
  • Author: Emma Bloomfield
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free option available

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
  • Calories: 380 Kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 820mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 23g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg