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Hot Honey Chicken Quesadilla for Family Dinner

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Crispy hot honey chicken quesadillas with melty cheese and tender chicken. Sweet, savory, and gently spicy, perfect for easy family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine American Italian Inspired
Servings 4 quesadillas
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Sharp knife
  • Spatula

Ingredients
  

Chicken Filling

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken cut into small pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Quesadillas

  • 4 flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 3 tablespoons hot honey or to taste

Instructions
 

  • Toss chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Cook chicken in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked and lightly golden.
  • Remove chicken and wipe skillet clean.
  • Place a tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle cheese over half.
  • Add chicken and drizzle with hot honey.
  • Fold tortilla and cook until golden, then flip and cook until cheese melts.
  • Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  • Slice and serve warm.

Notes

Adjust hot honey amount to control sweetness and heat. Serve immediately for best texture.
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