11 Quesadillas With Cheesy Comfort In Every Bite
They’re easy to make and totally delicious!
Crispy on the outside, gooey with cheese on the inside, and customizable with mix-ins, quesadillas might just be the most satisfying dish out there. Ree Drummond, for one, seems to think so! “Quesadillas are one of my favorite things to eat on earth, and I never get tired of them… I could eat quesadillas every day of my life,” she says. Whether you stick to good ol’ cheese or opt for flavorful fixings like sautéed veggies, spiced chicken, or saucy beef, this Tex-Mex classic is a very reliable crowd pleaser.
If you can’t decide what to have for dinner or you’re looking for an easy party appetizer, these quesadilla recipes won’t let you down. The basic ingredients are almost always in your fridge or pantry, and they come together in record time: Just fold it, cook it, slice it, and enjoy it—simple as that!
Because Ree is a staunch supporter of quesadillas (it was her number one craving during all four of her pregnancies!), she’s—thankfully—dreamed up so many delicious variations and combinations. Want something bold and flavorful? Try her lime chicken quesadillas with a spicy kick. Looking for a vegetarian-friendly delight? Her spinach and mushroom quesadillas are packed with colorful vegetables and ample nutrients. For a kid-friendly bite, you can never go wrong with a classic chicken quesadilla, and on busy weeknights, a jalapeño quesadilla that takes 15 minutes to make will get dinner on the table, stat. Whether you need a festive Cinco de Mayo dish, a crowd-pleasing game-day appetizer, a fun cookout recipe, or a fast family supper, these quesadilla recipes are the solution!
Chicken Quesadillas
You can never go wrong with chicken quesadillas, especially when they’re stuffed with gooey cheese and sizzling veggies. As if that wasn’t easy enough, you can always swap in rotisserie chicken for the ultimate time-saving shortcut!
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Shrimp and Veggie Quesadillas
With spiced shrimp, sautéed veggies, fresh salsa verde, and—of course—lots of cheese, this quesadilla is bursting with flavor. For the perfect complement, add a side of juicy mango sprinkled with chili powder. The whole thing takes 35 minutes!
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Lime Chicken Quesadillas
Feeding a crowd? This recipe makes batch-cooking easy: Shredded chicken is covered in a cilantro-lime sauce, layered between tortillas, and baked in the oven until the edges turn crispy and golden. Slice them in quarters, and serve them with sauce for dipping!
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Taco Quesadillas
If you can’t choose between tacos and quesadillas, this is the best of both worlds! Ground beef is cooked in taco seasonings, spooned over corn tortillas with melted cheese (on the inside and outside), and topped with shredded lettuce and pico de gallo.
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Breakfast Quesadillas
Whether you serve them for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this quesadilla will hit the spot! It features all the breakfast staples—bacon, egg, and cheese—along with jalapeños, onions, and bell peppers inside a tortilla.
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Butternut Squash and Kale Quesadillas
This quesadilla is a little bit different! Butternut squash and kale add color and freshness, yet they’re cooked in butter and layered with grated cheese for a mouthwatering taste.
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Jalapeño Quesadillas
With just a few simple ingredients, you can churn out these quesadillas in 15 minutes tops. Tortillas are heated on a skillet with grated monterey jack and sliced jalapeños (don’t worry, they’re mild!). You can also toss in some mushrooms for a hint of umami flavor.
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Spinach and Mushroom Quesadillas
For an easy 30-minute meal, try this vegetarian variation made with mushrooms, spinach, and two different types of cheeses: fontina and goat. You’ll get to savor all the gooey comfort while eating your veggies.
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Quesadillas de Camarones
Shrimp, cheese, and veggies are the basis of this quesadilla that Ree calls “one of my absolute favorite dishes of all time.” Serve them with salsa verde as a party appetizer, or plate them with rice and beans for a weeknight meal.
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Grilled Chicken and Pineapple Quesadillas
Grilled pineapple is the perfect complement to the spicy chicken and sharp cheese in this quesadilla. All it needs is a dollop of cool sour cream to cut through the intensity.
Party Quesadillas
Smothering bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, and onions in butter and cheese is arguably the best way to eat your veggies! The fresh ingredients in this quesadilla are caramelized in a skillet before assembled with layers of cheese inside a tortilla.
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Chicken Tortilla Soup
Spicy Mango Margaritas
Homemade Lemonade
Strawberry Margaritas
