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Cheeseburger Quesadilla

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 4 quesadillas

Equipment

  • Large skillet or nonstick pan
  • Spatula
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Paper towels

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tsp yellow mustard
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • 2 cups shredded cheese cheddar, American, Colby Jack, or a blend
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 tbsp butter or oil for cooking

Optional toppings for serving

  • Pickles
  • Extra ketchup or burger sauce
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Diced tomatoes

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks
  • Drain excess grease if needed, then season the beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Stir in the ketchup, mustard, and diced onions. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until everything is well combined and fragrant. Remove from heat.
  • Wipe out the skillet and return it to medium heat. Add a small amount of butter or oil.
  • Place one tortilla in the pan. Sprinkle a layer of shredded cheese over half of the tortilla.
  • Spoon a generous amount of the beef mixture over the cheese, then top with more cheese.
  • Fold the tortilla in half and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted.
  • Repeat with remaining tortillas. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

Tips for the Best Cheeseburger Quesadillas

Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting and flavor. Pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking agents that can affect texture.
Cook the quesadillas low and slow enough to allow the cheese to melt fully without burning the tortilla.
Don’t overfill the quesadilla. Too much filling makes flipping difficult and can cause the tortilla to tear.
Let the quesadillas rest for a minute before cutting so the cheese sets slightly.
 

Variations and Substitutions

Bacon Cheeseburger Quesadilla
Add cooked, crumbled bacon to the beef mixture for extra flavor.
Chicken Cheeseburger Quesadilla
Swap ground beef for ground chicken and season the same way.
Spicy Cheeseburger Quesadilla
Add diced jalapenos or a dash of hot sauce to the beef mixture.
Low-Carb Option
Use low-carb tortillas or make smaller quesadillas with reduced filling.
Cheese Variations
American cheese gives a classic burger taste, while sharp cheddar adds bold flavor. A mix of both works great.
Keyword Cheese, Crispy, Dinner, Easy, Quick, Savory