Cheesy Pizza Quesadillas: Quick, Easy, and Irresistible

Delight in these Pizza Quesadillas that blend cheesy flavors with crispy tortillas for a quick family-friendly meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 quesadillas

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Quesadilla

2 pieces Flour Tortillas 8-10 inch for best results
2 tablespoons Butter For browning
1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Can substitute with cheddar or a blend
1/2 cup Pizza Sauce Homemade or store-bought

For the Toppings

1 cup Pepperoni Halved to avoid burns
1/4 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Optional

Equipment

non-stick skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pizza Quesadillas

Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes.
Generously butter one side of each flour tortilla.
Sprinkle about 1/3 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the tortilla in the skillet.
Dollop on 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce and scatter halved pepperoni over the sauce.
Now, sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top and place a second tortilla on top, butter-side up.
Cook for about 2-3 minutes, flip gently and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden.
Slice into wedges and serve warm, optionally with marinara sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Pizza Quesadillas can be customized with various toppings to suit everyone's tastes. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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