Beef Quesadilla
Satisfy your Tex-Mex cravings with this flavorful and easy-to-make Beef Quesadilla recipe! Packed with seasoned ground beef, melted Mexican cheese, and sandwiched between golden-brown flour tortillas, these quesadillas are the perfect blend of indulgent and savory. Infused with the rich aroma of garlic, onion, and taco seasoning, the filling is simmered to perfection, creating a tender and spicy base. With just 15 minutes of prep and 20 minutes to cook, this recipe is a quick crowd-pleaser that can be served as a hearty appetizer, lunch, or dinner. Pair each crispy wedge with creamy sour cream and zesty salsa for an irresistible meal that’s as fun as it is easy. Perfect for busy weeknights or game-day gatherings, this Beef Quesadilla recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 packet Taco seasoning
- 0.25 cup Water
- 4 large Flour tortillas
- 2 cups Mexican cheese blend, shredded
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 0.5 cup Salsa
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
Drain excess fat if necessary and return the pan to the heat.
Sprinkle in the taco seasoning, add water, and stir to combine.
Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes until the liquid has reduced. Season with salt and black pepper.
Remove the beef mixture from the skillet and set aside.
Wipe the skillet clean and reduce the heat to medium-low.
Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in the skillet.
Place a tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle 1/2 cup of cheese over half of the tortilla.
Spoon about 1/4 of the beef mixture over the cheese, then top with another 1/2 cup of cheese.
Fold the tortilla in half, pressing gently with a spatula to ensure it sticks together.
Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and repeat with the remaining ingredients, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve warm with sour cream and salsa on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3211 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 236.1 g | 303% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.3 g | 566% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 676 mg | 225% | |
| Sodium | 9760 mg | 424% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 131.1 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.0 g | ||
| Protein | 153.5 g | 307% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 2182 mg | 168% | |
| Iron | 16.6 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 1500 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
