Sheet Pan Quesadillas are an easy, crowd-pleasing meal that’s perfect for feeding a group with minimal effort. You can make a big batch in no time and customize the filling to your liking. Here’s a simple recipe:
Sheet Pan Quesadillas
Ingredients:
- 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch size)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (or ground beef, steak, or black beans for a vegetarian option)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a Mexican blend)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1-2 jalapeños, diced (optional, for heat)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
- Sour cream, guacamole, and salsa (for serving)
Instructions:
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Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
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Prepare the Quesadilla Filling:
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken (or other protein of your choice), cheese, diced bell peppers, red onion, corn, and jalapeños (if using).
- Add the cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until well combined.
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Assemble the Quesadillas:
- Place two of the flour tortillas flat on the baking sheet, overlapping slightly in the center.
- Spread half of the filling mixture evenly over the tortillas.
- Place the remaining two tortillas on top to cover the filling.
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Bake:
- Lightly brush the top tortillas with olive oil for a golden, crispy finish.
- Bake the quesadilla on the sheet pan for 15-20 minutes, or until the tortillas are golden and the cheese is melted.
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Cut and Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let the quesadillas sit for a few minutes to cool slightly.
- Slice into squares or wedges.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired, and serve with sour cream, guacamole, and salsa on the side.
These Sheet Pan Quesadillas are crispy on the outside, cheesy on the inside, and loaded with delicious fillings. Perfect for a quick dinner or a fun party snack! You can customize the filling with whatever ingredients you have on hand or prefer, making them as simple or as adventurous as you like