Description
This Philly Cheesesteak Quesadilla combines the savory flavors of traditional Philly cheesesteak ingredients with the crispy, cheesy goodness of a quesadilla. Thinly sliced beef, sautéed peppers, onions, and mushrooms are layered with provolone cheese inside a flour tortilla, cooked to golden perfection on the stovetop. A delicious fusion that’s quick and satisfying, perfect for an easy weeknight meal or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 6 oz Mushrooms, chopped
- ½ lb Cheese steak beef, thinly sliced
- ½ Red bell pepper, diced
- ½ Green bell pepper, diced
- ½ Onion, chopped
- 1 tsp Garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Other
- 1 Flour tortilla burrito-sized
- 3 slices Provolone cheese, cut in half
- 2 tsp Mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp Olive oil, divided
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: Heat 2 tsp of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced cheese steak beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until the beef is done to your liking. Drain any excess grease. Remove the beef from the skillet and set it aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add 1 tsp olive oil. Add the chopped onions, diced red and green bell peppers, and chopped mushrooms. Sauté over medium heat until the vegetables soften, about 5-7 minutes.
- Combine Beef and Garlic: Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables, add the minced garlic, and stir everything together. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Assemble the Quesadilla: Spread mayonnaise evenly on one side of the flour tortilla. Then, place the beef and vegetable mixture on one half of the tortilla. Top with provolone cheese slices, and fold the tortilla in half to enclose the filling.
- Cook the Quesadilla: Add 1 tsp olive oil to the skillet over medium heat. Place the folded quesadilla in the skillet and cook until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy on both sides and the cheese inside has melted, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- Serve: Remove the quesadilla from the skillet, slice into wedges, and serve warm.
Notes
- Use burrito-sized flour tortillas for best folding and filling capacity.
- You can substitute provolone cheese with mozzarella or any other melting cheese if desired.
- Adjust seasoning as needed with additional salt and pepper or spices of your choice.
- To reduce calories, opt for lean beef and limit the amount of oil used for cooking.
- For a spicier kick, add some sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the filling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Philly cheesesteak, quesadilla, beef quesadilla, melted cheese, stuffed tortilla, easy dinner, skillet recipe
