The Ultimate Beef Quesadillas Recipe (Extra Flavorful!)
Enjoy these flavorful beef quesadillas packed with rich spices and melted cheese, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 0.5 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 yellow onion yellow onion (finely diced)
- 1 garlic clove garlic clove (minced)
- 1 pound ground beef (extra lean)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground chipotle chili pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons beef stock/broth (unsalted or low sodium)
- 12 ounces shredded cheese blend (divided, about 3 cups (cheddar, Monterey Jack, mozzarella))
- 6 flour tortillas flour tortillas (about 7-8 inches in diameter)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (to grease pan, about 2 teaspoons per batch)
Optional toppings
- Salsa, guacamole, sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Sauté diced onion and minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
- Add ground beef and spices; cook until browned. Stir in tomato paste and beef broth; simmer until thickened.
- Spread beef mixture on half of each tortilla, sprinkle with cheese, then fold.
- Heat oil in a skillet and cook quesadillas until golden and cheese melts, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Slice and serve with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, toast the tortillas slightly before assembling.