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Cheesy Ground Turkey Quesadillas

Savory Cheesy Ground Turkey Quesadillas for Quick Dinner Fun

These Cheesy Ground Turkey Quesadillas are a protein-packed, customizable family favorite, perfect for a quick dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil or vegetable oil as a substitute
  • 1 medium Onion diced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 lb Ground Turkey choose 85/15 or 93/7 fat content
  • 1.5 medium Bell Pepper chopped, any variety works
  • 1 cup Black Beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Corn frozen or canned are both great options
  • 2 tbsp Taco Seasoning or your preferred blend
  • 2 tsp Ground Chipotle Chili or paprika as a milder alternative
  • 0.5 tsp Ground Cumin optional
  • 3 tbsp Tomato Paste or salsa for a different twist
  • 0.25 cup Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian
  • 13 oz Cheddar Cheese shredded, Monterey Jack is also great
For the Tortillas
  • 10 Flour Tortillas or corn tortillas for gluten-free
  • 4 tbsp Vegetable Oil for frying
For Serving
  • Salsa your favorite type for dipping

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare your ingredients: dice one medium onion, chop 1.5 bell peppers, shred 13 ounces of cheese, and preheat the oven to 200°F.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes until translucent. Add 1 pound of ground turkey and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in chopped bell peppers, black beans, and corn, cooking for another 5-7 minutes.
  3. Mix in 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning, 2 teaspoons of ground chipotle chili, and 0.5 teaspoons of ground cumin. Then stir in 3 tablespoons of tomato paste and 1/4 cup of chicken broth, simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Assemble the quesadillas: take a tortilla, layer with cheese, 3-4 tablespoons of filling, and cheese again. Fold over and repeat with remaining tortillas.
  5. In the same skillet, heat 4 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-low heat. Fry 2-3 quesadillas at a time for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown and cheese is melted. Keep warm in the preheated oven.
  6. Cut each quesadilla in half and serve on a platter with salsa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 560mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in a skillet for best texture.

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