Hot Sauce Quesadillas

Made with Southern Drawl Original Hot Sauce.

Cheesy, crispy, and packed with bold Southern flavor. A quick and easy meal that brings the heat in every bite. Bold & spicy flavor, perfectly cheesy, and ready in 20 minutes.

Ingredients

Serves 2

• 2 large flour tortillas
• 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Mexican blend cheese
• 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp Southern Drawl Original Hot Sauce (plus more for drizzling)
• 1 tbsp cream cheese (optional, for extra creaminess)
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
• Salt & pepper to taste

How to Make It

1. Prepare the filling: In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, red bell pepper, red onion, hot sauce, cream cheese (if using), salt & pepper.
2. Assemble: Lay one tortilla flat. Sprinkle with half of the cheese. Add the filling, then top with the remaining cheese. Fold tortilla in half.
3. Cook: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add oil or butter. Cook quesadilla for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cheese is melted.
4. Slice: Remove from skillet and let rest for 1 minute. Slice into wedges.
5. Drizzle & garnish: Drizzle with more Southern Drawl Original Hot Sauce and garnish with fresh cilantro.
6. Serve & enjoy: Serve hot with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa on the side. Enjoy the bold, Southern heat!

Pro Tips

• Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
• Add jalapeños for extra kick.
• For a smoky touch, try adding a pinch of chipotle powder.

Perfect Pairings

• Ice-cold beer or sweet tea
• Southern slaw or corn salad
• Guacamole or pico de gallo

Make It Yours

• Swap chicken for steak, shrimp, or pulled pork.
• Try pepper jack cheese for even more heat.
• Make it a burrito instead!

Drizzle more. Turn up the heat.

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