Experience the irresistible combination of crispy tortillas and gooey melted cheese with this classic Quesadilla recipe. A quintessential Mexican favorite, quesadillas are versatile, easy to make, and perfect for any meal or snack. Whether you keep it simple with cheese or add your favorite fillings, quesadillas never fail to impress!
Recipe Details
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
10 minutes
Total Time:
20 minutes
Servings:
4 servings
Vegetarian:
Yes (optional)
Gluten-Free:
Yes (if using gluten-free tortillas)
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: ~250 kcal
- Protein: ~8 g
- Carbohydrates: ~20 g
- Fat: ~15 g
- Fiber: ~2 g
- Sugars: ~1 g
Ingredients
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- 1 medium flour tortilla (or corn for gluten-free)
- 1/4 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or mozzarella)
- 1 teaspoon butter or oil, for cooking
- Optional fillings: 2 tablespoons diced cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, beans, or salsa
- 2 medium flour tortillas (or corn for gluten-free)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or mozzarella)
- 2 teaspoons butter or oil, for cooking
- Optional fillings: 1/4 cup diced cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, beans, or salsa
- 3 medium flour tortillas (or corn for gluten-free)
- 3/4 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or mozzarella)
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil, for cooking
- Optional fillings: 1/3 cup diced cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, beans, or salsa
- 4 medium flour tortillas (or corn for gluten-free)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or mozzarella)
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil, for cooking
- Optional fillings: 1/2 cup diced cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, beans, or salsa
- 5 medium flour tortillas (or corn for gluten-free)
- 1 1/4 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or mozzarella)
- 1 1/4 tablespoons butter or oil, for cooking
- Optional fillings: 2/3 cup diced cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, beans, or salsa
Instructions
- Step 1
Heat the Pan
Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or oil. - Step 2
Assemble the Quesadilla
Place a tortilla in the skillet, sprinkle half of it with cheese, and add any optional fillings. - Step 3
Cook and Fold
Fold the tortilla in half over the fillings. Cook for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy, then flip to cook the other side. - Step 4
Repeat
Repeat with the remaining tortillas and fillings. - Step 5
Serve
Slice the quesadillas into wedges and serve warm with guacamole, salsa, or sour cream.
Tips for Perfect Quesadillas
- Cheese Variety: Use a blend of cheeses for extra flavor and gooeyness.
- Don’t Overfill: Too much filling can make flipping the quesadilla tricky.
- Try Grilling: For a smoky flavor, cook quesadillas on a grill instead of a skillet.
Serve Quesadillas as a quick meal, a snack for game night, or even a party appetizer. They’re endlessly customizable and always delicious!