Quesadilla

Published: 2026-06-24 · Stefano Barcellos

A quick, cheesy quesadilla made with a crisp tortilla and a savory filling, perfect for lunch, dinner, or a snack.

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Prep time 10 min
Cook time 10 min
Total time 20 min
Servings 2 servings

This quesadilla recipe is simple, fast, and satisfying, with a golden crisp tortilla and a melted cheese filling. It is perfect for a weeknight meal, a casual lunch, or an easy snack, and you can customize it with your favorite add-ins such as chicken, beans, peppers, or onions.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the butter or oil.
  2. Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle half of the cheese evenly over one half of the tortilla.
  3. Add any optional fillings, such as chicken, bell pepper, or onion, over the cheese.
  4. Fold the tortilla over to cover the filling and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until the bottom is golden brown.
  5. Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, until the second side is crisp and the cheese is fully melted.
  6. Transfer to a cutting board and repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
  7. Cut into wedges and serve warm with salsa and sour cream.
Nutritional information is an estimate and can vary depending on ingredients and portion sizes.