Description
Cheeseburger quesadillas are the ultimate comfort food, combining all your favorite cheeseburger elements into a delicious, crispy tortilla. Ready in just minutes, these quesadillas feature juicy ground beef, melted cheese, and classic toppings like onions and condiments. Perfect for busy weeknights or spontaneous gatherings, they are customizable to suit every palate. Serve them hot with extra dipping sauces for an unforgettable experience that brings everyone together!
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 2 tbsp mustard
- 1/2 cup sliced pickles (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until browned, breaking it apart.
- Add diced onions and sauté for about 3 minutes until translucent.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in ketchup, mustard, and half of the shredded cheese until melted.
- Lay one tortilla on a flat surface, spoon half of the beef mixture on one side, and sprinkle with more cheese before folding.
- In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, cook each quesadilla for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove from heat, let cool slightly, slice into wedges, and serve with extra ketchup or mustard.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, swap ground beef with turkey or chicken. Customize with your favorite veggies like bell peppers or mushrooms. Use fresh tortillas and grate your own cheese for optimal melting.