Your Basic Quesadilla

Perfectly crisp and oozing with melty cheese, "Your Basic Quesadilla" is the ultimate quick and satisfying meal for any time of day. This simple yet versatile recipe requires just a handful of ingredients—large flour tortillas, shredded cheese, and butter or oil—with the option to elevate it with flavorful fillings like cooked chicken, beans, or sautéed vegetables. Ready in just 10 minutes, this quesadilla is pan-fried to golden perfection and pairs beautifully with classic dips like salsa, guacamole, or sour cream. Whether you're craving a snack, a light lunch, or an easy weeknight dinner, this customizable quesadilla recipe is a go-to favorite for cheesy comfort food lovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 2 large flour tortillas
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
• 1 tablespoon butter or cooking oil
• 0.5 cup optional fillings (cooked chicken, beans, sautéed vegetables, etc.)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet or non-stick pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the butter or cooking oil to the skillet and let it melt or heat up evenly.

Step 3

Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle half of the shredded cheese evenly across its surface.

Step 4

If using optional fillings, spread them evenly on top of the cheese.

Step 5

Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the fillings and top with the second tortilla.

Step 6

Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the bottom tortilla is golden brown and crispy.

Step 7

Carefully flip the quesadilla using a spatula and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the second side is golden brown and all the cheese is melted.

Step 8

Transfer the quesadilla to a cutting board and let it cool for 1-2 minutes.

Step 9

Slice into wedges and serve immediately with your favorite dips, such as salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	325 grams (325.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	967

Total Fat 57.50g	74%
Saturated Fat 31.90g	160%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 252mg	84%
Sodium 1358mg	59%
Total Carbohydrate 45.10g	16%
Dietary Fiber 2.30g	8%
Total Sugars 0.00g
Protein 71.90g	144%

Vitamin D 39IU	195%
Calcium 958mg	74%
Iron 4mg	23%
Potassium 388mg	8%

*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: 52.5%

Protein: 29.2%

Carbs: 18.3%