Description
Sheet pan quesadillas bring Mexican-inspired magic to family meals with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Crispy tortillas packed with melted cheese, savory meat, and zesty seasonings create a simple yet irresistible dinner you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1.5 cups cooked protein (shredded chicken, ground beef, black beans, or sauteed mushrooms)
Cheese and Base:
- 6 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar + monterey jack or your favorite blend)
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 0.5 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
Finishing and Serving:
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for crisping)
- Sour cream
- Salsa or guacamole
- Chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Arrange a baking sheet with a generous layer of parchment paper, creating a non-stick surface for optimal quesadilla preparation.
- Layer tortillas across the sheet, slightly overlapping to form a complete base, ensuring no gaps remain.
- Distribute pre-cooked protein evenly, creating a uniform protein landscape across the tortilla foundation.
- Scatter sliced bell peppers and onions strategically, allowing for balanced vegetable coverage.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese generously, creating a molten blanket that will bind ingredients together during baking.
- Position a second layer of tortillas atop the initial ingredient arrangement, pressing gently to secure the components.
- Repeat cheese distribution and vegetable placement on the upper tortilla layer for consistent flavor profile.
- Brush exposed tortilla surfaces with olive oil, promoting a golden, crisp exterior during oven transformation.
- Transfer the sheet pan into the preheated oven, positioning it in the center for uniform heat circulation.
- Bake for approximately 15-20 minutes, monitoring until edges turn a rich, appetizing golden-brown and cheese melts completely.
- Remove from oven and allow a brief cooling period to facilitate easier cutting and serving.
- Slice into triangular sections using a sharp pizza cutter or kitchen knife, creating individual portions.
- Serve immediately with accompanying condiments like salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for enhanced dining experience.
Notes
- Prep Ahead: Chop vegetables and cook proteins in advance to streamline the assembly process and save time during busy meal preparations.
- Cheese Selection: Mix different cheese varieties like cheddar and Monterey Jack for a more complex, rich flavor profile that melts beautifully.
- Customize Easily: Swap ingredients to accommodate dietary needs, such as using plant-based protein for vegetarians or gluten-free tortillas for those with sensitivities.
- Crispy Hack: Lightly brush tortillas with olive oil before baking to achieve a golden, crunchy exterior that adds delightful texture to your quesadillas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg