Description

Cheeseburger quesadillas are a delicious fusion of two classic favorites, combining the savory goodness of cheeseburgers with the crispy delight of quesadillas. In just minutes, you can enjoy warm tortillas filled with seasoned beef, gooey cheese, and your favorite burger toppings. Perfect for a quick dinner or game night, these quesadillas are sure to impress family and friends with their irresistible flavor and satisfying crunch.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb lean ground beef
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 large flour tortillas
2 tbsp ketchup
1 tsp mustard
1/4 cup pickled jalapeños (optional)
1/2 tsp onion powder
2 tbsp cooking oil

Instructions

Cook the Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 5–7 minutes until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
Season the Beef: Sprinkle onion powder over the cooked beef, stir well, and cook for another minute.
Assemble Quesadillas: Lay out tortillas on a clean surface. On one half of each tortilla, layer the beef mixture, shredded cheese, ketchup, mustard, and jalapeños if using.
Fold and Cook: Fold each tortilla in half and place in a skillet with hot oil. Cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
Serve: Slice into wedges and enjoy them warm with your favorite dipping sauces.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (150g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Customize by using ground turkey or chicken instead of beef for a lighter option. For added flavor, incorporate fresh ingredients like diced tomatoes or avocado as toppings. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in a skillet.