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Smashburger Quesadillas


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  • Author: Emily
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 quesadillas 1x

Description

Smashburger Quesadillas combine juicy smashed burger patties with melty cheese and crispy tortillas for the ultimate mashup dinner.


Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground beef (80/20)

4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)

2 cups shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese

1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade blend)

1 small white onion, finely diced

2 garlic cloves, minced

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Butter or oil for cooking

Optional: sour cream, pickles, shredded lettuce, burger sauce


Instructions

1. Mix ground beef with taco seasoning, garlic, salt, and pepper.

2. Heat skillet over medium-high. Add 1/4 of beef mixture and smash flat.

3. Cook 2-3 minutes per side until browned and crusty.

4. Flip, add cheese and onions to one side. Cook 1 minute.

5. Fold patty into a half-moon with cheese inside.

6. Place tortilla in clean skillet, add burger packet, fold, and crisp 1-2 minutes per side.

7. Repeat with remaining patties and tortillas.

8. Slice into wedges and serve with toppings.

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh.

If storing, refrigerate in airtight container up to 2 days.

Reheat in skillet or air fryer for crispiness.

Avoid microwave to prevent soggy tortillas.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American-Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
  • Calories: 690
  • Sugar: 3
  • Sodium: 1040
  • Fat: 38
  • Saturated Fat: 18
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15
  • Trans Fat: 1
  • Carbohydrates: 40
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 45
  • Cholesterol: 115