Quesadilla Recipe
A grilled flour tortilla filled with melted cheese and your choice of protein.
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Ingredients
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Quesadilla Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Gather all the ingredients and ensure the protein is cooked and shredded or chopped into small pieces.
- 2
Heat the Pan
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil or butter.
- 3
Assemble the Quesadilla
Place one flour tortilla in the skillet. Evenly sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over the tortilla, followed by the cooked protein, and then add the remaining cheese on top. Finally, place the second tortilla on top.
- 4
Cook the Quesadilla
Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the bottom tortilla is golden and the cheese starts to melt. Carefully flip the quesadilla using a spatula and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the other side.
- 5
Serve
Once both sides are golden and crispy, remove the quesadilla from the skillet. Let it cool for a minute, then cut into wedges. Serve with salsa, sour cream, and fresh cilantro if desired.
