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A plate of crispy ranch chicken and bacon quesadillas sliced into wedges, served with fresh salsa and sour cream on a wooden table.

Speedy Ranch Chicken & Bacon Quesadillas: Your 20-Minute Weeknight Win!

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Speedy Ranch Chicken & Bacon Quesadillas are the perfect 20-minute weeknight meal, combining tender chicken, crispy bacon, and melted cheese with a touch of creamy ranch dressing. These flavorful quesadillas are crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, making them an ideal quick dinner or satisfying snack for busy evenings.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
  • 6 slices bacon
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterrey Jack, or a blend)
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • ¼ cup ranch dressing (or more for serving)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking spray
  • Optional: chopped green onions or cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon until crispy, then drain on paper towels. Meanwhile, shred or dice cooked chicken.
  2. Lay a flour tortilla flat on a plate or cutting board. Spread ranch dressing evenly over the tortilla. Sprinkle shredded cheese over half of the tortilla. Add chopped cooked chicken and crispy bacon slices on top of the cheese.
  3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly spray with cooking spray or brush with olive oil. Fold the filled tortilla in half, pressing gently. Cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, flip, and cook another 2-3 minutes until crispy and cheese is melted. Repeat with remaining tortillas.

Notes

  • Use leftover grilled chicken or rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.
  • Reheat in a skillet or microwave for a crispy or warm finish.
  • Add chopped green onions or cilantro for extra flavor and garnish.
  • Author: Emma Bloomfield
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Nut-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
  • Calories: 420 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 27g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg