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    Home » Microwave Recipes » Microwave Barbeque Chicken Quesadilla

    Microwave Barbeque Chicken Quesadilla

    Published: Jan 18, 2022 · Modified: Sep 22, 2022 by Low-Carb Simplified · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Yes, it's possible to make a yummy chicken quesadilla with just a microwave, and this microwave barbeque chicken quesadilla is our favorite!

    Barbeque chicken quesadilla cut into triangles and stacked. Served with barbeque sauce and jalepenos on the side.

    Yes, we know. Everyone loves skillet quesadillas which produce seared, crispy tortillas.

    BUT, microwave quesadillas can be pretty darn tasty, too. Not only that, they're ideal when you only have access to a microwave (hello workplace kitchen, dorm or hotel room). Or, maybe you just don't want to bother with a stovetop and pan. We all have our days.

    This microwave barbeque chicken quesadilla is our favorite microwave quesadilla. It checks so many boxes: it's hearty, cheesy, sweet, spicy, and quick and easy to make.

    The barbeque sauce gives the chicken a kick of flavor and keeps it moist and tender, which is key to a yummy chicken quesadilla!

    Ingredients

    Just 6 ingredients in this microwave quesadilla!

    Barbeque chicken quesadilla ingredients in bowls and labeled.

    Low-carb tortilla: There are a lot of low-carb tortillas on the market now and some are pretty decent. Most have between 4 to 6 net carbs per tortilla. If you don't have a favorite yet, check out our low-carb tortilla review here.

    Shredded cheese: We use Mexican-style shredded cheese since it uses a combination of cheeses like cheddar and Monterey jack. However, you could also use cheddar or mozzarella shredded cheese.

    Barbeque sauce: To keep the carbs low, we use a sugar-free barbeque sauce. We use G Hughes Sugar-Free Original Barbeque Sauce. Another good one is Sweet Baby Ray's No Sugar Added Original Barbecue Sauce.

    Sliced red onion: If you've ever had a barbeque chicken pizza, you know that sliced red onions are important in the overall flavor!

    Jalapeño peppers: We simply use the deli-sliced jalapeño peppers that you can buy in the condiment aisle. Although peppers are optional, they make a delicious spicy-sweet combination.

    DISCLAIMER: We do not engage in brand partnerships nor do we accept free products. We only review and recommend the products we enjoy.

    How to Make

    Step 1: Heat the tortillas in the microwave on a plate with a paper towel for 1 minute. Remove and let cool. This step helps dry out the tortillas.

    Step 2: In a small bowl, combine shredded chicken with barbeque sauce, diced onion and jalapeño. Cover with a damp paper towel and heat in the microwave for 1 minute, until chicken is warm.

    Tortillas on a plate in the microwave.
    Barbeque chicken mixture combined in a bowl.

    Step 3: Spread the barbeque chicken mixture in even layer on top of one of the quesadillas.

    Step 4: Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the barbeque mixture.

    Barbeque chicken mixture spread over a tortilla.
    Shredded cheese sprinkled on top of prepared quesadilla.

    Step 5: Place the other tortilla over the top. Microwave for 1 minute, until cheese is melted. Slice and serve.

    Prepared quesadilla with second tortilla on top in the microwave.
    Finished tortilla sliced and ready to serve.

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    Finished tortilla sliced and ready to serve.

    Microwave Barbecue Chicken Quesadilla

    Low-Carb Simplified
    Yes, it's possible to make a yummy chicken quesadilla with just a microwave, and this microwave barbeque chicken quesadilla is our favorite!
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 3 mins
    Course Lunch
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1
    Calories 334.6 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • ⅓ cup rotisserie chicken, shredded
    • ⅛ cup red onion, diced (approximately 0.4 oz)
    • 1 tablespoon jalapeño pepper, diced (approximately 0.3 oz)
    • 3 tabelspoons G Hughes Sugar-Free Original BBQ Sauce or other sugar-free BBQ sauce
    • 2 Mission Fajita Size (8") Carb Balance Whole Wheat Tortillas or other low-carb tortillas
    • ⅓ cup Mexican-style shredded cheese

    Instructions
     

    • Prepare the tortillas: Heat the tortillas in the microwave on a plate with a paper towel for 1 minute. Remove and let cool (this helps dry out the tortillas).
    • Make the stuffing: In a small bowl, combine shredded chicken with barbeque sauce, diced onion and jalapeño. Cover with a damp paper towel and heat in the microwave for 1 minute, until chicken is warm.
    • Finish and heat: Spread the barbeque chicken mixture in even layer on top of one of the quesadillas. Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top of the barbeque mixture. Place the other tortilla over the top. Microwave for 1 minute, until cheese is melted. Slice and serve.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 334.6kcalCarbohydrates: 29.8gProtein: 27.5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9.5gCholesterol: 73.3mgSodium: 1196.2mgFiber: 20.1gSugar: 0.8gNet Carbs: 9.7gProtein Percentage: 33%
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