Best 7 Hawaiian Quesadillas Recipes

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Journey to the enchanting Hawaiian islands and tantalize your taste buds with a fiesta of flavors in every bite of our delectable Hawaiian quesadillas. These culinary creations are a harmonious blend of tropical and savory, featuring crispy tortillas cradling a symphony of juicy grilled chicken, sweet pineapple, and a burst of melted cheese. Accompanied by three distinct sauces — a creamy avocado ranch, a zesty pineapple salsa, and a smoky chipotle sauce — each quesadilla becomes a lienzo of textures and flavors, promising a culinary adventure in every morsel. Prepare to be swept away by this Hawaiian-inspired delicacy, where the vibrant spirit of the islands comes alive in every bite.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

HAWAIIAN-STYLE QUESADILLAS



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I made up this ham and pineapple quesadilla recipe when I worked at a cafe and was craving Hawaiian-style pizza. We were serving Mexican food that day so I had to work with the ingredients on hand. I have made this repeatedly since. My favorite quesadilla. I like to mix sour cream and salsa in a small bowl and dip it.

Provided by iamscaredofflies

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham

Time 35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

10 flour tortillas
1 ½ pounds sliced ham
3 (8 ounce) packages shredded mozzarella and Cheddar cheese blend
1 (8 ounce) jar salsa
1 (15 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
1 (8 ounce) carton sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat a griddle over medium-high heat. Toast one side of a tortilla, 1 to 2 minutes. Lay 2 to 3 slices of ham on the other side of the griddle to heat through. Flip toasted tortilla over, sprinkle with mozzarella and Cheddar cheese blend, layer with hot ham, spread with desired amount of salsa, sprinkle with desired amount of pineapple, and fold tortilla in half.
  • Turn quesadilla over and continue to cook until cheese is melted and tortilla has reached desired crispness, 2 to 4 minutes. Cut into wedges with a pizza cutter. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Serve with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 566.5 calories, Carbohydrate 41.3 g, Cholesterol 96.8 mg, Fat 31 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 31.2 g, SaturatedFat 16.6 g, Sodium 1749.1 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

HAWAIIAN APPETIZER QUESADILLAS



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Pair Canadian bacon, pineapple and cheese for a savory snack, hot out of the oven.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 35m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (11.5 oz) Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for burritos (8 tortillas)
Cooking spray
1 cup finely chopped cooked Canadian bacon (about 5 oz)
1/2 cup crushed pineapple (from 8-oz can), well drained
1 cup finely shredded Mexican cheese blend (4 oz)
1/2 cup mango or peach salsa, if desired

Steps:

  • Move oven rack to lowest position; heat oven to 400°F. Spray 1 side of 4 tortillas with cooking spray. On large cookie sheet, place tortillas, sprayed sides down, overlapping in center so tortillas do not hang over edge of sheet. Top evenly with bacon, pineapple, cheese and remaining tortillas. Spray tops of tortillas with cooking spray. Place another cookie sheet on top of tortillas; press down.
  • Bake on bottom oven rack 8 to 10 minutes or until bottom tortillas are golden brown. Turn cookie sheets and quesadillas over. Bake about 5 minutes longer or until bottoms are golden brown and cheese is melted. Cut into 8 small wedges; serve warm with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Appetizer, Sodium 160 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

HAWAIIAN QUESADILLAS



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In 20 minutes, take the flavor of quesadillas to the tropics with the classic combination of ham and pineapple!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for burritos (8 inch)
2 teaspoons fat-free mayonnaise
3 oz thinly sliced cooked ham, cut into strips
1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, well drained
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/4 cup finely shredded mozzarella cheese (1 oz)

Steps:

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, place tortilla. Spread with 1 teaspoon of the mayonnaise. Top with half of the ham, pineapple, bell pepper and cheese. Top with second tortilla.
  • Cook over medium heat 2 to 4 minutes, turning once, until lightly browned. Remove from skillet.
  • Repeat to make second quesadilla.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 57 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 940 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 1 g

HAWAIIAN BBQ CHICKEN QUESADILLAS



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I happen to love those BBQ chicken pizzas, especially with a little pineapple on top. So here's a lunch time creation when pizza dough or bread was not an option. Quick and so good! If I cook chicken for this I boil a chicken breast (can be frozen to begin with, just drop it in the water). After about 15-20 minutes just cut open the chicken to see if it is cooked all the way through and ready to use. If the chicken breast is defrosted it takes much less time, but time is estimated. I would encourage others to change this recipe up to create other pizza favorites making a pepperoni quesadilla, meat lovers, hawaiian, chicken alfredo, etc. Get creative! Pizza anyone?

Provided by Sabia

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 7m

Yield 4 quesadillas, 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 flour tortillas
1 chicken breast
barbecue sauce
crushed pineapple
bacon bits (optional)
cheese (I prefer colby-jack)
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Start to heat up a skillet on the stove because this won't take long.
  • Take flour tortilla and sprinkle half of it with cheese and 1/4 of cooked chicken.
  • Add bacon bits and a little bit of crushed pineapple (no juice) if desired. Pour a little bit of BBQ sauce on top. Don't be too generous with the sauce or it will seep out of the quesadilla.
  • Spray the pan with cooking spray. Fold the tortilla in half and place in pan. It only takes a few short minutes to brown one side and then flip over to brown the other side.
  • When done, cut into wedges and serve with added BBQ sauce if you like to dip.

HAWAIIAN APPETIZER QUESADILLAS



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Direct from a Pillsbury appetizer cookbook comes these delicious little appetizers. They're best served with mango or peach salsa.

Provided by Judikins

Categories     Pineapple

Time 35m

Yield 32 appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (11 1/2 ounce) package flour tortillas (8)
cooking spray
1 cup finely chopped cooked Canadian bacon (~5 oz.)
1/2 cup crushed pineapple, well drained
1 cup finely shredded Mexican blend cheese (~4 oz.)
1/2 cup mango salsa or 1/2 cup peach salsa

Steps:

  • Place oven rack to lowest position; heat oven to 400°F.
  • Spray 1 side of 4 tortillas with cooking spray.
  • On large cookie sheet, place tortillas, (sprayed sides down) overlapping in center so tortillas do not hand over edge of sheet.
  • Top evenly with bacon, pineapple, cheese and remaining tortillas.
  • Spray tops of tortillas with cooking spray.
  • Place another cookie sheet on top of tortillas; press down.
  • Bake on bottom oven rack 8-10 minutes or until bottom tortillas are golden brown.
  • Turn cookie sheets and quesadillas over.
  • Bake about 5 minutes longer of until bottoms are golden brown and cheese is melted.
  • Cut into 8 small wedges; serve warm with salsa.

GRILLED HAWAIIAN QUESADILLAS



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Categories     Bread     Beef     Appetizer     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Healthy

Yield 4-8

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 Rhodes Texas™ Rolls or 16 Rhodes™ Dinner Rolls, thawed to room temperature
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups grated Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 pound deli ham, chopped
2 cups drained pineapple tidbits
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Spray counter lightly with non-stick cooking spray. Roll each Texas roll or 2 dinner rolls combined into a thin 8-inch circle. Brush grill or grill pan with olive oil. Grill each roll, on both sides, about 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle 4 of the grilled rolls with 1/2 of the cheese. Combine ham, pineapple and cilantro and toss together until well combined. Divide ham mixture equally between the 4 cheese topped grilled rolls. Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top of the ham mixture. Place the remaining 4 grilled rolls over the cheese topped ham mixture. Place back on grill and grill until cheese is melted. Cut into wedges and serve.

HAWAIIAN QUESADILLAS



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Finally Wisconsin weather has improved to being able to use the grill again (YEAH!!!). Even if I can't get to my grill outside this dish can be made with a Foreman-type grill. If you don't like spicy or are feeding kids, just leave out the jalapenos. I personally like to add a little more and a sprinkle of cajun seasoning to...

Provided by Alicia .

Categories     Other Appetizers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, butterflied or pounded thin
1 can(s) pineapple slices
4 c shredded cheese blend (i use colby-jack)
1/2-1 c sweet bbq sauce
2-3 jalapenos, seeded and chopped
1 onion, sliced
1 sweet red pepper, roasted and sliced
10 flour tortillas
butter or butter-flavored spray
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Salt and pepper chicken and cook on grill until done. While chicken cooks, carefully grill pineapple rings and then cut pineapple into smaller pieces. When chicken is done, cut into slightly smaller than bite size pieces or shred.
  • 2. In a skillet with a tiny bit of oil, saute onion and jalapeno. When onion is almost cooked, add the roasted red pepper slices and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Remove from heat and get ready to assemble the quesadillas!
  • 3. I found the easiest way to do quesadillas, especially since the ingredients going in are all hot except the cheese, is to pre-toast the tortillas. Lightly butter or spray one side of each tortilla and place it on a skillet or griddle until it is just barely starting to turn golden brown. Assemble between non-toasted sides the chicken, a drizzle of bbq sauce, grilled pineapple pieces, sauteed mixture, cheese, and another drizzle of bbq sauce. Return to the griddle or place in a warm oven just long enough to finish melting the cheese. Cut into wedges and serve!

Tips:

  • Choose ripe pineapple: Use fresh, ripe pineapple for the best flavor. Look for pineapple that is golden yellow and has a sweet smell.
  • Use a sharp knife: A sharp knife will help you easily cut and slice the pineapple and chicken.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the quesadillas, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
  • Cook the quesadillas in batches: If you are making a lot of quesadillas, cook them in batches. This will help prevent them from getting soggy.
  • Serve the quesadillas with your favorite toppings: Serve the quesadillas with your favorite toppings, such as guacamole, salsa, or sour cream.

Conclusion:

Hawaiian quesadillas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. They are filled with sweet pineapple, savory chicken, and melted cheese. The quesadillas are then grilled until golden brown and crispy. Serve them with your favorite toppings for a complete meal.

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