Description
These cheeseburger quesadillas combine all the flavors of a juicy cheeseburger with the crispy crunch of a quesadilla. Perfect for weeknight dinners, game day snacks, or quick lunches, they’re packed with seasoned beef and melty cheese wrapped in golden tortillas.
Ingredients
Serves 4
For the beef filling:
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1 lb lean ground beef
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
For assembly:
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1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or American cheese
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4 large flour tortillas
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1/4 cup ketchup or burger sauce
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1/4 cup mustard (optional)
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1/2 cup diced pickles or sliced pickles (optional)
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1/2 cup diced onions (optional)
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Butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
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Cook the beef filling: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with salt, pepper, and garlic powder until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
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Assemble quesadillas: Spread ketchup or burger sauce on half of each tortilla. Layer with cooked beef, shredded cheese, pickles, and onions if using. Fold over to form a half-moon.
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Cook quesadillas: Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil. Cook each quesadilla for 2–3 minutes per side or until golden brown and the cheese has melted.
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Serve: Slice into wedges and serve hot with extra sauce for dipping.
Notes
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Customize with your favorite burger toppings like jalapeños, bacon, or lettuce (added after cooking).
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Use pre-shredded cheese for convenience, or blend cheddar with mozzarella for stretchier cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
