Description
Crockpot Queso Chicken Quesadillas are an easy and cheesy slow-cooked dish, perfect for a quick dinner or party appetizer. Tender shredded chicken is infused with queso flavor and stuffed into tortillas for a delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel)
- 1 cup queso blanco cheese dip
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 8 flour tortillas
- Cooking spray or butter for grilling
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot.
- Add diced tomatoes with green chilies, queso dip, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Shred the chicken with two forks directly in the crockpot and mix well with the sauce.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and spray with cooking spray or add butter.
- Place a tortilla on the skillet, sprinkle with shredded cheese, and spoon the queso chicken mixture on top.
- Top with another layer of cheese and place another tortilla on top. Cook until golden and crispy on both sides.
- Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
- Cut into wedges and serve hot.
Notes
- Use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken for a faster version.
- Customize with additional toppings like jalapeños, onions, or cilantro.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in a skillet or air fryer.