Turkey Quesadillas

Transform your leftover turkey into a mouthwatering meal with these easy and flavorful Turkey Quesadillas! Packed with tender, seasoned turkey, gooey melted cheddar cheese, and a hint of fresh cilantro, these quesadillas are pan-fried to golden perfection for irresistible crunch. A blend of cumin and chili powder adds a zesty kick, while sautéed red onions enhance the savory depth of each bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and satisfying recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or game-day snacks. Serve with creamy sour cream and zesty salsa for the ultimate dipping experience. Whether you’re repurposing holiday leftovers or craving a Tex-Mex twist, these Turkey Quesadillas are sure to hit the spot!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked turkey (shredded or diced)
• 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 Flour tortillas (8-10 inches)
• 2 tablespoons Butter or olive oil
• 0.5 cup Red onion (diced)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Sour cream (for serving)
• 0.5 cup Salsa (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the turkey, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasoning.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of butter or olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced red onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the seasoned turkey and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the turkey is heated through. Remove the mixture from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Wipe the skillet clean if necessary. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter or olive oil over medium heat.

Step 5

Place a flour tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle 1/4 of the shredded cheese over half the tortilla. Top the cheese with 1/4 of the turkey mixture and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.

Step 6

Fold the tortilla in half, pressing down gently with a spatula to seal. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Step 7

Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas, cheese, turkey, and cilantro, adding more butter or oil to the skillet as needed.

Step 8

Transfer the cooked quesadillas to a cutting board and let rest for 1 minute. Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to slice each quesadilla into wedges.

Step 9

Serve warm with sour cream and salsa on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1191 grams (1191.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2488

Total Fat 130.70g	168%
Saturated Fat 72.40g	362%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 693mg	231%
Sodium 4059mg	176%
Total Carbohydrate 128.50g	47%
Dietary Fiber 8.50g	30%
Total Sugars 17.20g
Protein 210.00g	420%

Vitamin D 14IU	70%
Calcium 1715mg	132%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 2255mg	48%

*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: 46.5%

Protein: 33.2%

Carbs: 20.3%