Description
Quesadilla Burgers combine the savory flavors of seasoned ground beef with the crispy, cheesy goodness of a quesadilla. These inventive burgers are sandwiched between two flour tortillas filled with melted cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, then grilled to golden perfection. Topped with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, jalapeños, and a dollop of sour cream, this recipe delivers a delightful and satisfying meal ready in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat & Dairy
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- Sour cream, for serving
Tortillas
- 8 large flour tortillas
Spices
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Fresh Toppings
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 2 jalapeños, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and chop the lettuce, slice the tomatoes, avocado, and jalapeños to have fresh toppings ready.
- Cook Beef Patties: In a skillet over medium heat, season the ground beef mixture with chili powder and cumin. Form into 4 evenly sized patties and cook each for 4-5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
- Assemble Burgers: Place each cooked beef patty between two flour tortillas. Add a generous amount of shredded cheese inside the tortillas around the patty to ensure melting and gooey texture.
- Grill Quesadilla Burgers: Using the same skillet, grill the assembled quesadilla burgers for about 3-4 minutes on each side. Cook until the tortillas are golden brown and crispy and the cheese is melted.
- Serve: Remove from heat, top the quesadilla burgers with fresh shredded lettuce, tomato slices, avocado slices, and jalapeños. Add sour cream as desired, slice in half, and serve immediately for best taste.
Notes
- Use medium heat while grilling to avoid burning the tortillas before the cheese melts.
- Feel free to customize the toppings with your favorite burger additions such as pickles or onions.
- For a spicier kick, add extra jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- Ground turkey or chicken can be substituted for beef for a leaner option.
- To make prep easier, chop the veggies first and keep them refrigerated until ready to serve.
