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Crispy Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas slices arranged around a bowl of creamy ranch dipping sauce, topped with crumbled bacon and fresh green onions. A delicious cheesy appetizer and easy party snack idea perfect for quick meals or game day food.

Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas

Crispy, cheesy quesadillas loaded with tender chicken, smoky bacon, spicy jalapeno, and creamy ranch for the ultimate flavor-packed snack or meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 5
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb shredded chicken rotisserie or cooked, for quick prep
  • ¾ cup cooked bacon bits crispy
  • 1 jalapeno seeded and finely diced
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
  • ½ cup cream cheese softened, or creamy vegan alternative
  • 10 flour tortillas medium size
  • 2 tablespoon avocado oil for greasing pan
  • 12 oz ranch dressing divided for filling and topping
  • Chives finely chopped, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Gather all ingredients and prepare work station.
  2. Cook bacon until crispy according to package instructions, then crumble into small pieces.
  3. Dice the jalapeno and set aside.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, diced jalapeno, shredded cheese, cream cheese, and 1 cup ranch dressing.
  5. Spread a portion of the chicken mixture evenly over one tortilla, then top with another tortilla to form a quesadilla.
  6. Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with avocado oil. Place quesadilla in pan and cook for 4–6 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
  7. Remove quesadilla from pan, cut into triangles, drizzle with remaining ranch, and sprinkle with chopped chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 ServingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 28gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

These quesadillas are perfect for busy weeknights or game day indulgence. The combination of creamy ranch, melty cheese, and smoky bacon guarantees smiles with every bite.

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