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To create the perfect Sizzling Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas, it all begins with the chicken. The key here is both flavor and texture. You can use either boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, depending on your preference.

Grilled Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas

Discover the ultimate crowd-pleaser with Sizzling Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas! This mouthwatering recipe combines juicy grilled chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy ranch dressing, all packed into a crisp, golden tortilla. Perfect for family dinners or game day snacks, these quesadillas are quick to prepare and easily customizable. Engaging for the whole family, cooking together makes mealtime fun. Get ready to enjoy a flavor-packed delight that everyone will love!
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Ingredients
  

2 large chicken breasts, cooked and shredded

6 strips of bacon, cooked and crumbled

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

1/2 cup ranch dressing

4 large flour tortillas

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Salsa and sour cream (for serving)

Instructions
 

Prepare the Chicken: If not already cooked, season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Grill or pan-cook until fully cooked, then shred them and set aside.

    Cook the Bacon: In a large skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove from the skillet and let it drain on paper towels. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.

      Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and ranch dressing. Mix until well combined.

        Assemble the Quesadillas: Lay a tortilla on a clean surface. Spread a generous amount of the chicken-bacon-ranch mixture over one half of the tortilla. Fold the other half over, pressing gently to seal.

          Grill the Quesadillas: In the same skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Carefully place the folded quesadilla in the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese has melted. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.

            Slice and Serve: Once grilled to perfection, remove the quesadillas from the skillet and let them rest for a minute. Then, slice them into wedges, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve with salsa and sour cream on the side.

              Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 minutes | 30 minutes | 4 servings