Applebee's • Appetizers
Chicken Quesadilla
Grilled flour tortilla with melted Monterey Jack cheese, grilled chicken, pico de gallo, and cilantro. Served with sour cream and salsa
Typical U.S. price — actual prices vary by location, franchise, and ordering platform.
Menu Labeling & Nutrition Information
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Full nutrition information — including saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, sodium, sugars, and fiber — is available upon request from the restaurant and in the official nutrition guide. Calorie counts shown are approximate and based on official restaurant nutrition data; values may vary by location, preparation, and portion size.
Everything You Need to Know About the Chicken Quesadilla
The Chicken Quesadilla is grilled flour tortilla with melted monterey jack cheese, grilled chicken, pico de gallo, and cilantro. served with sour cream and salsa It comes in at 780 calories with 38g of protein, and is priced at $11.49 in the Appetizers section of the Applebee's menu — about 1.47 cents per 100 calories. Applebee's is a sit-down restaurant chain with over 1,600 locations known for Triple Chocolate Meltdown, Classic Bacon Cheeseburger, Bourbon Street Chicken & Shrimp. Our Applebee's menu guide covers prices, nutrition info, deals, and secret menu items.
How the Chicken Quesadilla compares to similar Applebee's items
| Item | Price | Calories | Price / 100 cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spinach & Artichoke Dip | $11.49 | 960 | 1.20 |
| Classic Wings | $12.99 | 840 | 1.55 |
| Chicken Quesadilla (this item) | $11.49 | 780 | 1.47 |
| Boneless Wings | $11.99 | 780 | 1.54 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | $9.49 | 620 | 1.53 |
Average price in the Appetizers section: $10.85. This item is above the section average.
How the Chicken Quesadilla compares at other chains
Compare the Chicken Quesadilla across all chains →| Chain | Comparable item | Price | vs Applebee's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applebee's | Chicken Quesadilla | $11.49 | — |
| Arby's | Classic Chicken Sandwich | $4.99 | $6.50 more |
| Bojangles | Cajun Chicken Sandwich | $4.99 | $6.50 more |
| Boston Market | Quarter White Rotisserie Chicken Meal | $8.99 | $2.50 more |
| Buffalo Wild Wings | Buffalo Chicken Sandwich | $12.99 | $1.50 less |
Prices are approximate national averages from our menu tracking data.
Applebee's secret menu items
Fiesta Lime Chicken (Remake) · $14.99
Creamy lime-marinated chicken with melted cheese, tortilla strips, and fiesta rice — a discontinued fan favorite that can still be ordered as a custom modification
How to order: Ask for grilled chicken breast topped with Monterey Jack cheese, served on a bed of rice with pico de gallo and tortilla strips. Add a side of lime sauce.
Quesadilla Burger · $13.99
A burger patty sandwiched between two cheese quesadillas instead of a bun — extra cheesy and crispy
How to order: Order a Classic Bacon Cheeseburger and ask for it 'quesadilla style' — they'll swap the bun for two mini quesadillas.
Loaded Nacho Fries · $10.99
Crispy fries topped with seasoned beef, melted cheese, pico de gallo, sour cream, and jalapeños — loaded nacho style
How to order: Order an order of fries and ask them to add seasoned beef, nacho cheese, pico de gallo, and sour cream on top. Available in-store only.
Dietary & allergen information
Is the Chicken Quesadilla good value at Applebee's?
At $11.49, the Chicken Quesadilla costs about 1.47 cents per 100 calories against a $10.85 average in the Appetizers section. Value depends on what you order alongside it — pair it with the cheapest Applebee's sides for the best total meal cost.
How to order the Chicken Quesadilla at Applebee's
The Chicken Quesadilla is available at Applebee's locations nationwide — dine-in, takeout, and in most markets delivery through the Applebee's app or third-party services. Order through the official Applebee's ordering page for pickup and delivery. Prices vary by location — check the current full Applebee's menu for the latest pricing.
Pro Tips for Ordering the Chicken Quesadilla
- 1At 780 calories, this is one of the higher-calorie items on the menu — plan portions accordingly.
- 2Check current Applebee's deals — 2 for $25 Dinner Deal.
- 3Prices have trended +4.0% vs 2025 on our tracking — expect slight variation by location.
Tips compiled from customer reviews on Google, Yelp, Reddit, and our menu tracking data.
Payment & holiday hours
Accepted payment
- Credit & debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover)
- Cash
- Gift cards
- Apple Pay & Google Pay
Holiday closures
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
Typical closures — individual locations may vary. Confirm locally before visiting.
Chicken Quesadilla prices by city (estimated)
Prices vary by location. Estimates for the Applebee's national-average pricing model:
- New York City: $8.95 (Estimated — urban premium operating costs — Triple Chocolate Meltdown)
- Los Angeles: $8.65 (Estimated — urban premium operating costs — Triple Chocolate Meltdown)
- Chicago: $8.15 (Estimated — higher operating costs — Triple Chocolate Meltdown)
- Houston: $7.65 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Triple Chocolate Meltdown)
- Atlanta: $7.85 (Estimated — on par with national average — Triple Chocolate Meltdown)
- Columbus: $7.50 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Triple Chocolate Meltdown)
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About Applebee's
Applebee's is a sit-down restaurant chain with over 1,600 locations known for Triple Chocolate Meltdown, Classic Bacon Cheeseburger, Bourbon Street Chicken & Shrimp. Our Applebee's menu guide covers prices, nutrition info, deals, and secret menu items. Browse full menu sections including all-you-can-eat — $15.99 unlimited, appetizers, handcrafted burgers, chicken & entrees. Current deals include 2 for $25 Dinner Deal.
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