Turkey Cranberry Quesadillas

Transform your holiday leftovers into a gourmet delight with these irresistible Turkey Cranberry Quesadillas! This quick and easy recipe combines tender cooked turkey, tangy cranberry sauce, gooey mozzarella, bold sharp cheddar, and aromatic green onions, all tucked between buttery, golden-brown flour tortillas. Ready in just 20 minutes, these cheesy quesadillas are perfect for a creative post-Thanksgiving meal or a flavorful weeknight dinner. Serve them warm for a comforting dish that’s equal parts sweet, savory, and satisfying. Perfect for using up leftovers or simply indulging in rich seasonal flavors, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite! Keywords: turkey cranberry quesadillas, leftover turkey recipes, easy quesadilla recipe, holiday leftovers, creative Thanksgiving recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces flour tortillas
• 2 cups cooked turkey
• 0.5 cup cranberry sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup green onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons butter

Directions

Step 1

1. Place a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.

Step 2

2. Spread 2 teaspoons of butter evenly over one side of each tortilla. Set aside.

Step 3

3. Lay two tortillas, butter side down, on a clean surface. Evenly distribute the shredded mozzarella and sharp cheddar cheese across both tortillas.

Step 4

4. Add 1 cup of cooked turkey on top of the cheese layer for each tortilla.

Step 5

5. Spoon 2 tablespoons of cranberry sauce over the turkey for each tortilla and spread gently using the back of a spoon.

Step 6

6. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of sliced green onions on top of the cranberry sauce for each tortilla.

Step 7

7. Place the remaining tortillas on top, butter side up, to complete each quesadilla.

Step 8

8. Carefully transfer one quesadilla to the preheated skillet or griddle. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side or until the bottom is golden and the cheese begins to melt.

Step 9

9. Use a spatula to carefully flip the quesadilla and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the other side is golden and the cheese is fully melted.

Step 10

10. Repeat the process with the second quesadilla.

Step 11

11. Remove from heat and let sit for 1-2 minutes before slicing each quesadilla into quarters.

Step 12

12. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1017.2 grams (1017.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2348

Total Fat 132.10g	169%
Saturated Fat 68.10g	341%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g
Cholesterol 569mg	190%
Sodium 2905mg	126%
Total Carbohydrate 129.50g	47%
Dietary Fiber 5.40g	19%
Total Sugars 46.40g
Protein 162.90g	326%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 1950mg	150%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 1179mg	25%

*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: 50.4%

Protein: 27.6%

Carbs: 22.0%