Description
These Pizza Quesadillas are the perfect fusion of two classic favorites! With gooey melted mozzarella, tangy pizza sauce, and your favorite toppings, all wrapped in a golden, crispy tortilla, this recipe offers a mouthwatering experience that’s both easy to make and incredibly versatile. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s ideal for a quick lunch, dinner, or a kid-friendly snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or your favorite cheese blend)
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce (plus extra for dipping)
- 20–25 slices of pepperoni (or cooked chicken, veggies, etc.)
- 1 tbsp butter or olive oil (for cooking)
- Optional: Dried oregano, red pepper flakes, fresh basil
Instructions
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Assemble the Quesadillas:
- Spread 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce over half of each tortilla.
- Add shredded cheese, pepperoni, and any other desired toppings.
- Sprinkle with oregano, red pepper flakes, or fresh basil if desired.
- Fold the tortilla in half to enclose the filling.
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Cook the Quesadillas:
- Heat butter or olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook each quesadilla for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cheese is melted.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice into wedges and serve with extra pizza sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting.
- Don’t overfill the tortillas to avoid spillage.
- For extra crispiness, lightly toast tortillas before assembling.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: American, Fusion