Description
Baked Quesadillas are a crispy, cheesy, and hands-off take on a Mexican-inspired classic. Perfect for weeknight dinners or parties, these oven-baked quesadillas let you make multiple servings at once—without flipping on the stovetop. Customizable with endless fillings, they’re a crowd-pleasing favorite!
Ingredients
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8 flour tortillas (8-inch)
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2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
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2 cups cooked shredded chicken, ground beef, beans, or sautéed vegetables
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1/2 cup salsa or taco sauce
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1/2 tsp ground cumin
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1/2 tsp chili powder
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Olive oil or cooking spray
- Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, salsa, chopped cilantro
Instructions
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Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it. -
Assemble Quesadillas
Lay out 4 tortillas on the sheet. Divide cheese, protein/veggies, salsa, cumin, and chili powder evenly. Top with remaining tortillas. -
Bake
Lightly brush tops with olive oil or spray with cooking spray. Bake for 8–10 minutes, flip carefully, and bake another 5–7 minutes until golden and crispy. -
Cool & Slice
Let cool for 2–3 minutes, then cut each quesadilla into wedges. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Don’t overfill the quesadillas—too much filling can cause them to tear.Bake on a wire rack over the baking sheet for an extra crispy finish.Use pre-cooked or leftover meats for quicker prep.
