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Pizza Quesadilla

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Pizza Quesadilla for Quick Dinners

This easy Pizza Quesadilla recipe takes just 20 minutes and combines the best of quesadillas with pizza flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadilla
  • 4 large Flour Tortillas 10-inch; try whole wheat for added nutrition
  • 1 cup Pizza Sauce plus extra for dipping; opt for homemade for a fresh twist
  • 2 cups Shredded Low-Moisture Mozzarella substitute with Italian blend cheese if desired
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Provolone optional; leave out for simpler ingredients
  • 24 slices Pepperoni or turkey pepperoni; swap with veggies for vegetarian option
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter or Olive Oil for achieving golden crispiness
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning substitute with dried oregano and basil if needed
  • 1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes optional; omit for milder taste
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan any hard cheese can substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped Fresh Parsley or Dried Oregano fresh parsley adds color; dried oregano can replace it

Equipment

  • large nonstick skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Pizza Quesadilla
  1. Begin by warming a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 tablespoon of unsalted butter or olive oil, allowing it to melt.
  2. Lay one of your flour tortillas flat. Spread approximately 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce on one half.
  3. Layer 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella on top of the sauce, then add provolone (if using) and 6 slices of pepperoni. Sprinkle Italian seasoning and optional crushed red pepper flakes.
  4. Fold the tortilla in half, enclosing the fillings, and press down gently.
  5. Cook in the skillet for 2-3 minutes on one side until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  6. Remove from the skillet and repeat with remaining ingredients, adding more butter or oil if needed.
  7. Sprinkle cooked quesadillas with grated Parmesan and parsley or dried oregano. Let rest for 1 minute before cutting.
  8. Slice into wedges and serve hot with extra pizza sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 18gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For a crispier finish, brush the outside of tortillas with butter before cooking. Use only 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce to prevent sogginess. Consider adding garlic powder or more seasonings for extra flavor.

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