Description
This Pizza Quesadillas recipe combines the best of both worlds: crispy, buttery tortillas filled with gooey mozzarella cheese, tangy pizza sauce, savory pepperoni slices, and fresh basil for a fragrant twist. Ready in just minutes, this easy skillet dish makes a perfect quick lunch or snack that’s both comforting and flavorful.
Ingredients
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For the Quesadillas
- 2 flour tortillas
- 1 teaspoon butter
- ⅔ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 2 tablespoons pizza sauce
- 6 slices pepperoni (sliced in half)
- 2 fresh basil leaves (sliced thin, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Skillet: Preheat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat to ensure even cooking.
- Butter Tortillas: Lightly butter one side of each tortilla with about ½ teaspoon of butter to create a golden, crispy texture when cooked.
- Assemble Quesadilla: Place one tortilla butter side down in the hot skillet. Layer ⅓ cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the tortilla, then spread 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce evenly on top. Add the halved pepperoni slices and sprinkle with thinly sliced fresh basil leaves if using. Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese, then cover with the second tortilla, butter side up.
- Cook First Side: Let the quesadilla cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese begins to melt and the bottom tortilla turns golden brown.
- Flip and Cook Other Side: Carefully flip the quesadilla using a spatula and continue cooking for another 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and the tortilla is crisp around the edges.
- Slice and Serve: Transfer the cooked quesadilla to a cutting board and cut into wedges while still hot. Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Notes
- Crisp warm tortillas filled with melting mozzarella cheese, pizza sauce, and pepperoni are irresistible and perfect for a quick meal.
- Fresh basil adds a delightful herbal freshness but is optional based on preference.
- Use a non-stick skillet and medium-high heat for even browning and melting.
- Serve with a side of extra pizza sauce or marinara for dipping if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 512 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 1274 mg
- Fat: 31 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.4 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 81 mg
