Copycat Taco Bell Chicken Quesadilla Recipe
This Copycat Taco Bell Quesadilla recipe recreates the iconic fast-food favorite at home, featuring tender chicken, a creamy sauce, and melted cheese, all wrapped in a crispy tortilla. Perfect for a quick, satisfying meal that captures the authentic flavors of Taco Bell’s popular quesadilla.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 4 quesadillas (8 servings) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Ingredients
Scale
Tortillas
- 4 large flour tortillas
Chicken
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded
Cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese (or a blend of Monterey Jack and Cheddar)
Creamy Sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sour cream
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon mild taco sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the creamy sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, taco sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well until smooth and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble the quesadilla: Lay one tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread about 2 tablespoons of the creamy sauce evenly over half of the tortilla. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of shredded cheese on top of the sauce, and then add a generous layer of shredded chicken. Top with another 1/4 cup of cheese and fold the tortilla in half to cover the fillings.
- Cook until crispy: Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the folded quesadilla into the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy and the cheese has melted.
- Slice and serve: Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it cool slightly. Slice into wedges and serve warm with additional creamy sauce, salsa, or sour cream if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, season the chicken with taco seasoning before cooking.
- You can substitute the chicken with beef, steak, or keep it vegetarian by omitting the meat and adding sautéed vegetables.
- Use a cast-iron skillet for a crispier quesadilla crust.
- To keep the quesadilla warm before serving, place it on a baking sheet in a 200°F (93°C) oven.
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