Quesadilla Burger Melts
A fusion of cheeseburgers and quesadillas featuring seasoned beef and melted cheese inside crispy grilled tortillas for a flavorful handheld meal perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- 1 skillet for cooking beef and grilling quesadillas
- 1 spoon for breaking up beef while cooking
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder optional
- 1 tsp onion powder optional
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 2 to 3 cups shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend
- Optional add-ins: diced onions pickles, ketchup, mustard, diced tomatoes
- Butter or oil for grilling
Instructions
- Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon until browned.
- Season the beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, then drain any excess fat.
- Lay out 4 tortillas and sprinkle each with a layer of shredded cheese.
- Distribute the cooked beef evenly over the cheese on each tortilla.
- Add any optional toppings like diced onions or pickles over the beef.
- Top each with more shredded cheese and place another tortilla on top to form a quesadilla.
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly butter or oil the surface.
- Grill each assembled quesadilla for 2 to 3 minutes per side, pressing gently, until cheese melts and tortillas are golden and crisp.
- Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve warm with ketchup, mustard, or your favorite burger sauces.
Notes
- Use a cheddar and Monterey Jack blend for best melting.
- Try ranch, chipotle mayo, or burger sauce for extra flavor.
- Sautéed onions, jalapeños, or diced tomatoes add texture.
- Serve with fries, chips, or fresh salad for a complete meal.