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Campfire BBQ Chicken Quesadillas

Cheesy, smoky, and ready in minutes! 🔥🌮These Campfire BBQ Chicken Quesadillas are the ultimate easy campground dinner and can even be prepped ahead before your trip.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 560
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
  • 2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
  • 8 medium flour tortillas
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
Optional toppings:
  • o Sour cream
  • o Sliced green onions
  • o Diced tomatoes
  • o Jalapeños

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken and barbecue sauce.
  2. Lay four tortillas on a flat surface.
  3. Divide the BBQ chicken mixture evenly among the tortillas.
  4. Sprinkle cheese evenly over the chicken.
  5. Top with the remaining tortillas.
  6. Brush the outsides lightly with melted butter.
  7. Place on a campfire griddle, grill-safe pan, or flat-top grill over medium heat.
  8. Cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Notes

Campground Prep Tip
Prep Ahead: Yes
Mix the BBQ chicken filling up to 2 days before your camping trip and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator or cooler. At the campsite, simply assemble the quesadillas and cook.
Freezer Friendly: Yes
The BBQ chicken filling can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator or cooler before assembling and cooking.