Cheesy Ground Beef Quesadillas Recipe
This Cheesy Ground Beef Quesadillas recipe is a delicious, family-friendly meal loaded with seasoned ground beef, gooey melted cheese, and crispy tortillas. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, these quesadillas are a hit with everyone.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 quesadillas
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 large flour tortillas
- 2 tbsp butter (for cooking)
- Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, guacamole
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and water, stirring to combine. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until fully mixed.
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Melt a small amount of butter.
- Place one tortilla on the skillet, sprinkle 1/3 cup of cheese evenly, and layer with 1/3 cup of cooked beef. Top with another tortilla.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Repeat for remaining tortillas and filling. Slice into wedges and serve warm with toppings.
Notes
- Use a mix of cheeses like Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack for extra flavor.
- To make it spicier, add diced jalapeños to the beef mixture.
- Quesadillas reheat well in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 720mg