Ground Beef Quesadilla

Flavor-packed ground beef quesadillas made with lean beef, Monterey Jack cheese, and corn simmered in smoky Chipotle spices. Top with lime, cilantro, pico, or guacamole for a quick and easy weeknight win.

Course Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine Mexican

Recipe Type Beef, Cast Iron Skillet, Cinco de Mayo, High-Protein Meals, Kid-Friendly, One-pan, Quick Dinner, Served Hot, Skillet Dishes, Spicy

Skill Level Easy

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 20

Total Time 25

Servings

Calories 344kcal

Author Angela G.

Equipment

cast iron skillet

Ingredients

Quesadillas

1 lb lean ground beef
¼ cup beef broth
⅓ cup corn
1 cup Mexican cheese blend shredded or grated
4 flour tortillas large (8–10 inch)

Seasonings

½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon chipotle chili powder
½ teaspoon oregano

Optional Toppings

lime, fresh cilantro and/or salsa to taste

Instructions

Brown ground beef in a skillet, over medium heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add seasonings and broth. Stir and simmer on low for another 10 minutes.
Add corn, stir then transfer to a plate.
Wipe the skillet with a paper towel to remove any liquid.
Place a tortilla in the pan. Place 1 tablespoons of cheese on half of the tortilla. Place meat mixture on top then sprinkle with another tablespoon of cheese.
Fold tortilla in half. Press with a spatula, and after a minute, flip.
Repeat for the remaining quesadillas.
Slice quesadillas in half and serve with lime, fresh cilantro and salsa or other toppings as desired.

Notes

I use beef bullion + water to make a quick beef broth.

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