Sloppy Joe Quesadilla
Servings: 4 servings
Turn dinner into a fun, easy meal with this cheesy Sloppy Joe Quesadilla recipe! Made with Dei Fratelli Sloppy Joe Sauce and shredded chicken in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients:
- 1 (15 oz.) can Dei Fratelli Sloppy Joe Sauce
- 3 Chicken Breasts, cooked and shredded
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil, as needed
- Flour Tortillas, as needed
- Cheddar Cheese, shredded, as needed
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400 F.
- Place your chicken breasts on a sheet tray and bake in the oven for 18-20 minutes or until cooked through.
- Once the chicken is fully cooked, begin shredding the chicken with a fork.
- Add your shredded chicken to a pot on the stove with Dei Fratelli Sloppy Joe Sauce. Simmer over medium heat until the chicken is fully coated and the sauce is warmed.
- In a skillet, add 1 Tbsp. of oil over medium heat.
- Add a tortilla and top with 1/4 cup of your Sloppy Joe chicken and sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Top with a second tortilla.
- Let the bottom tortilla crisp up in the pan. Once the bottom tortilla's edges start turning golden brown, flip your quesadilla and begin cooking the other side.
- Cook the other side of your quesadilla until the edges become golden brown. When cooked, place the Sloppy Joe Quesadilla on a plate and repeat with the remaining tortillas.
You can also use a store bought rotisserie chicken, precooked shredded chicken, or even leftovers from a previous meal to speed up the cook time.
MORE WAYS TO COOK THIS RECIPE
- Sandwich Press: After the chicken is fully cooked (Step 3), place a tortilla on the bottom your sandwich press and layer in your chicken, shredded cheese, and another tortilla on top. Then, close your sandwich press and let the quesadilla cook until you start to hear the cheese sizzling on the griddle, about 5 minutes.
- Air Fryer: After the chicken is fully cooked (Step 3), place a tortilla on the bottom of your air fryer. Layer your chicken and shredded cheese on half of the tortilla and then fold your tortilla over. Run your Air Fryer at 350 F for 3-4 minutes. Flip your quesadilla over and fry for another 3-4 minutes.
Chef's Tip:
Can I use pre-cooked chicken for these sloppy joe quesadillas?
Absolutely! While this recipe includes steps to bake and shred fresh chicken breasts, you can easily save time by using a store-bought rotisserie chicken, pre-cooked shredded chicken, or even leftovers from a previous night's meal. Just shred your chicken, mix it with the Dei Fratelli Sloppy Joe Sauce, and assemble!
What is the best sauce for a chicken quesadilla with a twist?
If you want a savory, sweet, and slightly tangy flavor profile, Dei Fratelli Sloppy Joe Sauce makes an excellent, effortless sauce for chicken quesadillas. Because it is already simmered with real tomatoes, sea salt, onions, garlic, and peppers, it perfectly coats the meat and eliminates the need for extra taco seasonings.
How do you keep quesadillas crispy?
Cook them in a hot skillet with a small amount of oil and avoid overfilling to ensure even browning and crisp texture.
How do I make quesadillas without a stovetop pan?
If you want to skip the stovetop pan, you can easily make these quesadillas using a sandwich press. Simply layer your tortilla with the sloppy joe chicken mixture and shredded cheddar, top it with a second tortilla, and close the press. Cook until the cheese is melted and you hear a light sizzling sound.
You can also cook this recipe in an air fryer. Once you quesadilla is ready, place in your air fryer and cook for 6-8 minutes at 350 F, flipping your quesadilla halfway through.
Is this sloppy joe quesadilla recipe good for meal prep?
Yes, this dinner is easily meal prep ready! You can bake, shred, and mix the chicken with the sloppy joe sauce up to 3 days in advance and store it in an airtight container in your refrigerator. When you are ready to eat, simply assemble the tortillas with cheese and cook them fresh in a saucepan or sandwich press for a 5-minute dinner.