Description
Smashburger Quesadillas combine the juicy goodness of a smashed beef burger with the crispy, cheesy delight of a quesadilla. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a satisfying meal that brings together classic burger flavors wrapped in a toasted tortilla.
Ingredients
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Beef Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Garlic powder, to taste
Quesadilla Assembly
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or American cheese
Optional Toppings and Sauces
- Pickles, sliced
- Diced onions
- Burger sauce for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Skillet: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the quesadillas.
- Shape and Season Beef: Press a small handful of ground beef directly onto one half of each tortilla, spreading it thinly. Season each with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.
- Cook Beef on Tortilla: Place the beef-side down onto the hot skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes, until the beef is browned and cooked through.
- Add Cheese and Fold: Flip the tortilla over, sprinkle shredded cheddar or American cheese over the cooked beef, then fold the tortilla in half to encase the filling.
- Grill Until Crispy: Grill both sides of the folded quesadilla in the skillet until the cheese melts and the exterior is crispy and golden brown, about 2–3 minutes per side.
- Slice and Serve: Remove from heat, slice into wedges, and serve hot with optional pickles, diced onions, and burger sauce for dipping or topping.
Notes
- Use a spatula to carefully press the beef onto the tortilla for an even layer.
- You can swap cheddar or American cheese with your favorite melting cheese like Monterey Jack or mozzarella.
- Serve immediately for the best crispy texture and melty cheese experience.
- Customize toppings to mimic your favorite burger style, such as adding bacon or tomatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
