Quesadillas

Name: Quesadillas
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 4 large flour or corn tortillas; 2 cups Oaxaca or Monterey Jack cheese, freshly shredded; 1 cup cooked shredded chicken or beef (optional); 1 tbsp butter or vegetable oil; Guacamole, salsa, and crema for serving

A folded tortilla filled with cheese and other ingredients, then grilled.

15 minutes

Serves 4

Lunch/Snack

Contains common allergens

Dairy Wheat

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Instructions

6 steps

1
Heat Skillet: Heat a large cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a tiny amount of butter or oil and spread it evenly to coat the bottom.

2
Layer Ingredients: Place a tortilla flat in the skillet. Immediately sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheese evenly over one half of the tortilla.
3
Add Protein: If using meat, spread 1/4 cup of the shredded chicken or beef evenly over the cheese layer.
4
Fold and Press: Using a spatula, fold the empty half of the tortilla over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press down gently but firmly.
5
Grill: Cook for 2-3 minutes on the first side until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy. Carefully flip and cook for another 2 minutes until the cheese is completely melted and gooey.
6
Serve: Remove from the skillet, let it rest for 1 minute, then cut into wedges. Serve hot alongside guacamole, salsa, and crema.

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