Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsApplebee's Grill + BarQuesadilla Burger Recipe

Quesadilla Burger Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Burger served in a quesadilla.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patty

Toppings

Method

Prepare the Burger Patty

  1. 1

    Mix Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

  2. 2

    Form Patties

    Shape the mixture into a burger patty, about 1 inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of the patty to prevent it from puffing up during cooking.

Cook the Burger Patty

  1. 3

    Preheat Grill or Pan

    Preheat your grill or a skillet over medium-high heat.

  2. 4

    Cook the Patty

    Place the formed burger patty on the grill or skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until it reaches your desired doneness.

Prepare the Quesadilla

  1. 5

    Melt Butter

    In a separate skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.

  2. 6

    Assemble Quesadilla

    Place one tortilla in the skillet, then sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly over the tortilla. Once the cheese begins to melt, place the cooked burger patty on top, followed by the remaining cheese and the second tortilla.

  3. 7

    Cook Quesadilla

    Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the bottom tortilla is golden brown. Carefully flip the quesadilla over and add the remaining butter to the skillet. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the other side is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Serve and Garnish

  1. 8

    Slice Quesadilla

    Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it cool for a minute. Cut it into wedges.

  2. 9

    Add Toppings

    Serve the quesadilla burger with lettuce, tomato slices, pickles, ketchup, and mustard on the side.

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