Cheesy Ground Beef Quesadillas
If you’re in search of a delicious and satisfying dish that will please the whole family, look no further than this Cheesy Ground Beef Quesadillas Recipe! Ready in just 30 minutes, these quesadillas feature a delightful blend of seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, and your choice of fresh ingredients, all tucked inside warm tortillas. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this easy-to-customize recipe is sure to become a staple in your home. Enjoy crispy, cheesy bites that are both comforting and packed with flavor!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Dinner
- 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
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the ground beef until browned, draining any excess fat.
- Stir in the onion and cook until soft. Add garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and tomato sauce; simmer for a few minutes.
- Assemble the quesadillas by placing cheese and the beef mixture on one half of each tortilla. Fold over to seal.
- Cook each quesadilla in a lightly oiled skillet until golden brown on both sides.
- Cool slightly before slicing into wedges and serve with optional sides like sour cream or salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg