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Quick Summer Quesadilla Bar Recipe Kids Will Love in 20 Minutes

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A quick, easy, and customizable quesadilla bar perfect for busy summer nights, allowing everyone to assemble their own cheesy, crispy creations with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

  • Large flour tortillas
  • Shredded cheese blend (sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack)
  • Cooked protein options: shredded rotisserie chicken, cooked ground beef, or black beans
  • Diced bell peppers
  • Corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • Sliced green onions
  • Cherry tomatoes
  • Optional extras: sliced olives, jalapeños, avocado slices or guacamole
  • Seasonings: cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper
  • Cooking oil or butter
  • Dips and toppings: sour cream, salsa, fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients (5 minutes): Dice bell peppers, slice green onions, and chop other veggies. Shred cheese if not pre-shredded. Warm cooked chicken or beef slightly and toss with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of oil or butter to coat the surface.
  3. Lay one tortilla flat, sprinkle about ½ cup (60g) shredded cheese over half the tortilla, add cooked protein and veggies on top, then add another 2 tablespoons of cheese over the fillings. Fold the tortilla over carefully.
  4. Place the folded quesadilla in the hot skillet. Cook 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy, flipping gently and pressing lightly with a spatula.
  5. Check that the cheese is melted and the tortilla is crisp but not burnt. Adjust heat if necessary.
  6. Transfer to a plate and cut into wedges with a sharp knife or pizza cutter. Keep warm while making more.
  7. Set up your quesadilla bar by arranging all fillings, tortillas, and toppings for customization.

Notes

Use medium heat to avoid burning tortillas. Wipe skillet between batches to prevent sticking. Cover pan with lid for last minute to melt cheese evenly. Prepping fillings ahead saves time. Warm tortillas in microwave wrapped in damp paper towel for 20 seconds to make pliable. For gluten-free, use corn tortillas; for dairy-free, use vegan cheese and coconut yogurt.

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