Cheeseburger Quesadillas
These crispy and cheesy Cheeseburger Quesadillas combine juicy ground beef, melted cheddar, and classic burger flavors inside a golden tortilla. Perfect for quick dinners or snacks, this easy recipe is a fun twist on two comfort food favorites.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 small onion finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 –2 tablespoons butter or oil
- Optional toppings:
- Pickles
- Tomatoes
- Lettuce
- Burger sauce or mayonnaise
Instructions
- Cook the beef:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and onion until browned. Break into small pieces and drain excess grease.
- Season:
- Add garlic powder, salt, pepper, ketchup, and mustard. Stir well and cook for another minute.
- Assemble quesadillas:
- Place a tortilla flat, add cheese, beef mixture, and more cheese. Fold in half. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
- Cook:
- Heat butter or oil in a skillet. Cook quesadillas for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Serve:
- Slice into wedges and serve with your favorite toppings or dipping sauces.
Notes
- Do not overfill to make flipping easier.
- Cook on medium heat to avoid burning.
- Add cheese on both sides for better structure.
- Let rest briefly before slicing.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in a skillet for crispiness.