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Turkey Cheese Quesadilla Recipe

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This easy turkey cheese quesadilla recipe combines tender turkey, melted cheese, and crispy tortillas for a quick and delicious meal. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or using leftover turkey.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 large flour tortillas

  • 1 cup cooked turkey, shredded or chopped

  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)

  • 2 tablespoons onion, finely chopped

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

  • Add chopped onions and cook for about 2 minutes until softened.

  • Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

  • Add shredded turkey to the skillet and season with salt and pepper.

  • Cook for 2–3 minutes until the turkey is heated through.

  • Remove the turkey mixture from the pan and set aside.

  • Place one tortilla in the skillet.

  • Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese evenly over the tortilla.

  • Add the turkey mixture on top of the cheese.

  • Sprinkle remaining cheese over the turkey.

  • Place the second tortilla on top.

  • Cook for 2–3 minutes until the bottom tortilla is golden and crispy.

  • Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook the other side for another 2–3 minutes.

  • Remove from the skillet and slice into wedges before serving.

Notes

  • Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting.

  • Avoid overfilling the quesadilla to make flipping easier.

  • Serve immediately for the best crispy texture.

  • Author: Amiyah Weaver
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg