{"id":7482,"date":"2021-07-13T03:38:08","date_gmt":"2021-07-13T03:38:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.howtocook.recipes\/?p=7482"},"modified":"2026-01-16T16:51:22","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T16:51:22","slug":"classic-quesadilla-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.howtocook.recipes\/classic-quesadilla-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Classic Quesadilla Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Craving Mexican quesadillas? In less than 20 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these for a fun family snack for movie night or a festive dinner without a fuss. My kids gobble these right up, even when I sneak other veggies in them. So simple and delicious, you\u2019ll wonder why you didn\u2019t try to make your own quesadilla recipe<\/strong> before!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Best Quesadilla Recipe<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The best quesadillas come from fresh ingredients that you pick. What\u2019s in the quesadillas at those fast food places? Do we even WANT to know? I don\u2019t think so. Quesadillas are one of the easiest and tastiest things you can ever cook that will make everyone happy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Homemade Quesadilla Ingredients<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Flour tortillas<\/strong> \u2013 Choose the large kind. If you\u2019re gluten-free, they make options for you too so you won\u2019t have FOMO!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Shredded cheddar cheese<\/strong> \u2013 You can\u2019t have a quesadilla without the cheese!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Toppings<\/strong> \u2013 I\u2019ve listed diced white onion, chopped cilantro, and sliced jalapenos to throw into your quesadillas but you can add whatever things you like including spinach, mushrooms, and bell peppers. You can also add meats like chicken or steak but they need to be fully-cooked first.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Accompaniments<\/strong> \u2013 These are the things you\u2019ll serve with your quesadillas that everyone can top their way like sour cream, avocado slices (or even guac!), pico de gallo, and lime slices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    Easy Quesadilla Recipe<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Quesadillas are so easy to make and take no time at all to prep. From start to finish, it takes a grand total of 17 minutes. That\u2019s faster than trying to get the kids in the car to go get a quesadilla!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    How do you Make Quesadillas from Scratch?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    • You\u2019ll grab a large skillet and heat over medium high heat with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Toast a tortilla on both side, then add half a cup of the shredded cheddar, spreading it evenly. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Toss on your toppings and then put the lid on your skillet to steam the cheese into melting. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • With your spatula, fold the quesadilla in half. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Repeat to make more quesadillas and serve them with the accompaniments you\u2019ve chosen like sour cream, pico de gallo, and avocado!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      Expert Tips and Tricks for the Perfect Mexican Quesadilla Every Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      • Don\u2019t fold the quesadilla first<\/strong>. Everything gets meltier and more delicious if you cook it flat first and then fold it in half.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Use up leftovers<\/strong>. Got leftover rotisserie chicken or some steak from last night? These things are amazing in quesadillas!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Measure your oil<\/strong>. Too much of it and you\u2019ll get greasy, soggy quesadillas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Use flour tortillas<\/strong>. Corn tortillas will fall apart during this process. And again, if you\u2019re gluten-free, they make tortillas that use safe flours for you to consume that will work for quesadillas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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        How to Cook a Quesadilla<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Quesadillas are made on the stove top. They cook in one pan and are super easy to make!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        How do I make good quesadillas?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        If you follow this recipe, you will become a quesadilla master. Once you make a few, you\u2019ll start whipping up your own creations all the time. They\u2019re excellent for when the big game is on or when you\u2019re having a family game night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        What is the best cheese for quesadillas?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Shredded cheddar is the best cheese when making quesadillas. It gets so nice and melty and has that cheerful color. But if you\u2019d like to use a different cheese or cheese blend, go ahead. It\u2019s easiest if you use shredded varieties though.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        What kind of white cheese is used in quesadillas?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        While shredded cheddar is common in quesadillas in the US, Oaxaca cheese is often used in quesadillas made the authentic way. Other options include Manchego, asadero, and Chihuahua cheeses. As these are harder to find, I\u2019ve listed cheddar on this recipe but mix it up as you see fit!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        How do you spice up a cheese quesadilla?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Add some spices like chili powder if you like things hot. Jalapenos sprinkled inside add little bits of spice throughout. You can also make a spicy salsa to dunk it in so that everyone at the table can enjoy the quesadillas to their spice preference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        How do you make a cheese quesadilla better?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Quesadillas become better when you add extras inside. Think onions and jalapenos for contrast. Fresh cilantro also perks it up. But following the method in this recipe is how you\u2019ll get the best quesadillas ever!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        Do you use flour or corn tortillas for quesadillas?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Corn tortillas don\u2019t always hold up well for quesadillas. Choose flour tortillas to make your quesadillas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        What sauce goes with quesadillas?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Pico de gallo, sour cream, and guacamole go great with quesadillas. You can also make a creamy avocado dip or a copycat sauce from Taco Bell if you\u2019d like!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Can you put lettuce in a quesadilla?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Yes! You can put anything you dream up into a quesadilla. That\u2019s the fun of it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        How do you make quesadillas crispy?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Avoid just dumping the oil into your skillet. Measure it out so you don\u2019t ruin the texture of your quesadillas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        What goes good with Quesadillas?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        If you\u2019re serving quesadillas for dinner rather than a snack, you can make a big spread with refried beans or black beans, cilantro-lime rice, a Mexican slaw-style salad or the street corn salad, cheesy potatoes, or tortilla soup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        How to Store Quesadillas<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        The place for any leftover quesadillas is your fridge. You\u2019ll want to wrap them in foil or stack them in an airtight container.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        How Long Do Quesadillas Last?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        In your fridge, quesadillas will last about 3 days. That should be plenty of time to eat them all up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Can You Freeze Quesadillas?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Quesadillas freeze beautifully! If you freeze them on a flat surface like a baking sheet and then move them to an airtight container, you\u2019ll save room and make it easier to reheat. You should use them up within 2 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        How to Reheat Quesadillas?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        You can either bake them at 350 for about 7 minutes or simply pull out your skillet and warm them up that way. I prefer the skillet since I can see when the cheese gets nice and melty again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        Watch How To Make Quesadillas (Video)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n