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Taco Quesadilla

A simple 4-ingredient dinner that's ready in about 30 minutes!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Additional Time
3 mins
Total Time
33 mins
Servings: 6 quesadillas
Calories: 343 kcal
Course: Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning (such as Old El Paso brand)
  • ⅔ cup water (or the amount of water called for on your package of taco seasoning)
  • 6 (8-inch) flour tortillas (“burrito size”)
  • 3 cups grated sharp cheddar or Mexican-blend cheese
  • Optional, for serving: sour cream, guacamole, salsa, diced red onion, sliced green onion

Instructions

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  1. Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the meat is no longer pink. Drain off the excess grease and return the meat to the skillet. Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 3-4 minutes (stirring often), until the sauce thickens.
  2. Preheat a flat griddle or a large skillet over medium heat. To prepare one quesadilla: Spread ¼ cup of cheese on half of a tortilla. Sprinkle with about ¼ - ½ cup of the taco meat. Add another layer of cheddar on top of the meat. Fold the tortilla over. Repeat this process with the remaining ingredients to assemble additional quesadillas.
  3. Grease the griddle or large skillet. Cook the quesadillas over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove to a cutting board and allow the quesadilla to cool for a few minutes. Cut into triangles and serve.

Notes

  • How to Cook in a Microwave: Assemble the quesadilla as instructed. Place on a microwave-safe plate and cook on HIGH until the cheese melts (about 1 minute).
  • How to Cook in the Oven (perfect for feeding a crowd): Assemble the quesadillas as instructed. Brush each side with olive oil (or spritz with olive oil spray) -- this will help the outside get crispy and golden brown in the oven. Place the quesadillas on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake in a 450°F oven for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese melts and the tortillas are golden brown.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1quesadilla Calories 343kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 23g (35%) Saturated Fat 14g (70%) Cholesterol 106mg (35%) Sodium 790mg (33%) Potassium 317mg (9%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 1009IU (20%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 414mg (41%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6quesadillas

Amount Per Serving

Calories 343

% Daily Value*

Serving 1quesadilla
Calories 343kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 23g 35%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Cholesterol 106mg 35%
Sodium 790mg 33%
Potassium 317mg 7%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 1009IU 20%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 414mg 41%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.