Cheesy Ground Beef Quesadillas
If you’re in search of a quick, satisfying meal that the entire family will love, look no further than this Cheesy Ground Beef Quesadillas Recipe! These delightful quesadillas feature crispy tortillas filled with savory ground beef and gooey melted cheese, making them an irresistible choice for busy weeknight dinners or fun game day snacks. Ready in just 30 minutes, they are not only easy to prepare but also highly customizable to suit your family’s preferences. Add veggies, switch up the proteins, or try different cheeses to make these quesadillas uniquely yours! Get ready to enjoy a flavorful dish that brings everyone to the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce (or salsa)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 6 large flour tortillas
- Butter or oil for frying
Instructions
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in chopped onion and garlic; sauté for 4 minutes.
- Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and tomato sauce. Simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Lay tortillas flat; sprinkle half with cheese, add beef mixture, top with more cheese, and fold.
- Cook in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown on both sides (2-3 minutes each side).
- Slice into wedges and serve warm with optional toppings like sour cream or guacamole.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg