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Taco Bell Chicken Quesadilla Copycat

This Taco Bell Chicken Quesadilla Copycat is a quick, flavor-packed meal featuring tender chicken, melty cheese, and a creamy, smoky-spicy quesadilla sauce—all wrapped in a crispy golden tortilla. Perfect for satisfying fast-food cravings at home.
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Ingredients
  

For the Quesadilla Sauce:

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon sugar

For the Quesadilla:

  • 1 cup cooked chicken breast shredded or chopped
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend or cheddar and Monterey Jack
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 2 tablespoons butter or oil for cooking

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, taco seasoning, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and sugar. Stir until completely smooth and creamy. Set aside. This can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Lay out your tortillas. Spread 1 tablespoon of sauce on one side of each tortilla. Evenly distribute the chicken and shredded cheese on two of the tortillas. Top with the remaining tortillas, sauce side down, to form a sandwich-like layer.
  • Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add about 1 tablespoon of butter or oil. Once hot, gently place one quesadilla into the skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted. Carefully flip with a spatula to avoid spillage. Repeat with the second quesadilla.
  • Transfer to a cutting board and slice into quarters. Serve hot with extra sauce on the side for dipping, and garnish with fresh cilantro or jalapeños if desired.