Brisket Quesadilla

Indulge in the smoky, savory flavors of this Brisket Quesadilla recipe, where tender shredded brisket meets gooey melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, all tucked inside golden, buttery flour tortillas. A layer of sautéed green bell peppers and red onions adds a flavorful pop of freshness, while a side of creamy sour cream and zesty salsa completes this irresistible Tex-Mex masterpiece. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or crowd-pleasing party snack, this easy-to-follow recipe comes together in just 35 minutes and serves up hearty, finger-licking satisfaction. Make your next meal unforgettable with the ultimate fusion of barbecue and comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked brisket
• 4 large Flour tortillas
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Salsa

Directions

Step 1

Chop the green bell pepper and red onion into small, bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter.

Step 3

Add the chopped green bell pepper and red onion to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened. Remove the vegetables from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Shred the cooked brisket if not already shredded.

Step 5

In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium-low and melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter.

Step 6

Place one large flour tortilla in the skillet.

Step 7

Sprinkle 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the tortilla.

Step 8

Add 1/2 cup of shredded brisket over the cheese.

Step 9

Top with half of the sautéed bell pepper and onion mixture.

Step 10

Sprinkle 1/4 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese over the vegetables and brisket.

Step 11

Place another flour tortilla on top of the cheese and press lightly.

Step 12

Cook the quesadilla for about 3-4 minutes, or until the bottom tortilla is golden brown and the cheese begins to melt.

Step 13

Carefully flip the quesadilla using a spatula and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes, until golden brown and cheeses are fully melted.

Step 14

Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and cut into wedges.

Step 15

Repeat the steps with the remaining ingredients to make another quesadilla.

Step 16

Serve the brisket quesadilla slices warm with sour cream and salsa on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1363.3 grams (1363.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3018

Total Fat 212.10g	272%
Saturated Fat 112.60g	563%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.90g
Cholesterol 744mg	248%
Sodium 4548mg	198%
Total Carbohydrate 121.30g	44%
Dietary Fiber 11.20g	40%
Total Sugars 19.70g
Protein 178.20g	356%

Vitamin D 29IU	143%
Calcium 2163mg	166%
Iron 20mg	109%
Potassium 2342mg	50%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.4%

Protein: 22.9%

Carbs: 15.6%