Sheet Pan Beef Quesadillas
These easy-to-make sheet pan beef quesadillas combine seasoned beef, two types of cheese, and colorful veggies for a hearty comfort food perfect for family dinners or casual get-togethers.
Ingredients
Meat and Seasoning
- 1 pound lean ground beef Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Adjust according to heat preference.
Tortillas and Cheese
- 10 pieces taco size flour tortillas You can use gluten-free tortillas if needed.
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese You can mix cheeses for varied flavors.
Vegetables
- 1/3 cup finely diced red onion
- 2/3 cup diced bell peppers Use a mix of colors for visual appeal.
Other Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons salted butter, melted For buttering the baking sheet and tortillas.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F.
- Butter a large baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef with salt, black pepper, onion powder, and cayenne pepper until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Lay down 8 tortillas on the buttered baking sheet, and spread the cooked beef evenly down the center.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the beef.
- Sauté the red onion and bell peppers in the same skillet for about 4 minutes until softened. Spread over cheese.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Butter the remaining tortillas on one side and place them buttered-side up on top.
- Fold the sides of the bottom tortillas over the fillings and press down lightly.
Baking
- Bake in preheated oven for 15 to 17 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Allow to cool slightly, then slice into squares or triangles.
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Notes
Customize with toppings like sour cream, salsa, guacamole, jalapeños, or cilantro. Serve with sides like salad or chips for a complete meal.