Quesadilla Recipe
Grilled tortilla filled with cheese and other fillings.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Fillings
Cooking Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Fillings
If using, prepare all optional fillings by cooking chicken, slicing bell peppers, onions, and jalapeños, and draining black beans and corn.
- 2
Heat the Pan
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter or oil, allowing it to melt and coat the pan.
Assembling the Quesadilla
- 3
Layer the Ingredients
Place one tortilla in the skillet. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese evenly over the tortilla. Add your choice of optional fillings, followed by the remaining cheese. Top with a second tortilla.
Cooking
- 4
Cook the Quesadilla
Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the bottom tortilla is golden brown and crispy. Carefully flip the quesadilla using a spatula.
- 5
Finish Cooking
Add the remaining tablespoon of butter or oil to the pan if desired. Cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Serving
- 6
Slice and Serve
Remove the quesadilla from the skillet, let it cool for a minute, then cut into wedges. Serve with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.