Description
These Smashburger Quesadillas put a fun twist on the classic burger by combining seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, and crispy tortillas into a handheld delight. Perfect for a quick dinner or game day snack, this recipe grills up flavorful quesadillas that are crispy on the outside and packed with juicy burger goodness inside.
Ingredients
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For the Smashburger Quesadillas
- 1 lb ground beef
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Garlic powder, to taste
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or American cheese
Optional Toppings and Serving
- Pickles, sliced
- Diced onions
- Burger sauce or your favorite dipping sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the Skillet: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat to ensure it’s hot enough to brown the beef properly and crisp the tortillas.
- Prepare and Season Beef: Take a small handful of the ground beef and press it directly onto one half of each tortilla. Season generously with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder for that classic burger flavor.
- Cook Beef Side Down: Place the tortilla with the beef in the skillet beef-side down. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the beef to brown and develop a flavorful crust.
- Flip and Add Cheese: Carefully flip the tortilla. Sprinkle the cooked side with shredded cheese, then fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling evenly.
- Grill Both Sides: Continue cooking the folded quesadilla on the skillet, flipping occasionally, until both sides are golden brown and crispy and the cheese has melted thoroughly.
- Slice and Serve: Remove from the skillet, slice into wedges, and serve hot with optional pickles, diced onions, and burger sauce or your preferred dipping sauce for an extra flavor boost.
Notes
- Use freshly ground beef or 80/20 ground beef for the best juiciness and flavor.
- You can substitute flour tortillas with whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas if preferred.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños to the beef before cooking.
- Feel free to experiment with cheeses such as pepper jack or mozzarella for different flavors.
- Serve immediately for the best texture; quesadillas tend to lose crispiness when cooled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Smashburger Quesadillas, ground beef quesadilla, cheesy quesadilla, quick dinner, skillet recipe, burger quesadilla, easy quesadilla
