Easy Pizza Quesadilla

The pizza quesadilla is my new favorite mashup! I was craving pizza but didn’t want to pick one up. Then it hit me: what if I stuffed pizza toppings into a handheld quesadilla? Game-changer!

Pizza sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, and your favorite toppings get layered between two tortillas. It’s faster than delivery and tastier than frozen!

Pizza quesadilla folded in half in a cast iron skillet.
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Give this fun recipe a try the next time a pizza craving strikes but you need something fast. It’s sure to become a new family favorite!

Why You’ll Love This Pizza Quesadilla

You won’t be able to resist this tasty creation!

  • Quick Fix: Pizza quesadillas come together in just minutes using simple ingredients you already have on hand.
  • Kid-Friendly: The combination of crispy tortillas, melty cheese, and classic pizza toppings is always a hit.

    Portable Snack: Pizza quesadillas are great for packed lunches, picnics, or game-day snacks.
  • Budget-Friendly: For a fraction of the cost of delivery pizza, you can whip these up right at home.
Flour tortillas, pepperoni, pizza sauce and cheese on a white marble table.

Ingredients

Here’s what you need to whip these babies up:

  • Flour Tortillas: They serve as the “crust” for this pizza.
  • Pizza Sauce: It flavors the quesadillas inside and out.
  • Mozzarella Cheese: You can’t have pizza or quesadillas without the cheese!
  • Parmesan Cheese: It levels up the flavor even more.
  • Pepperoni Slices: To add savory, smoky flavors to the dish.
  • Italian Seasoning: This blend transports your tastebuds straight to Italy.
  • Butter: It helps make the tortillas crunchy!

How to Make a Pizza Quesadilla

Follow these easy steps to make this tasty treat:

  1. Preheat the skillet. Preheat a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Spread the sauce. Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce over one half of each tortilla. Leave a small border around the edge.
  3. Add the toppings. Sprinkle the sauced half with mozzarella, Parmesan, pepperoni, and Italian seasoning.
  4. Fold the tortillas. Fold the un-sauced half of each tortilla over the toppings to create a half-moon shape.
  5. Cook the quesadillas. Melt the butter in the skillet. Cook the quesadillas for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Slice the quesadillas. Transfer them to a cutting board and allow to cool slightly before slicing into wedges.
  7. Serve hot. Serve the quesadillas immediately with extra pizza sauce for dipping. Enjoy!
Hand lifting a slice of cheesy pizza quesadilla in a wooden board.

Tips for the Best Pizza Quesadilla

These easy tips will make your pizza quesadillas top-notch!

  • Go big or go home. Larger tortillas make it easier to fold and flip the quesadillas without losing the filling.
  • Go easy on the sauce! Use a thin layer of pizza sauce to avoid making the quesadilla soggy. Serve extra sauce on the side for dipping.
  • Work some shredding magic. Freshly shredded mozzarella melts better and gives you that perfect cheese pull.
  • Cut up the pepperoni. Halving the pepperoni slices prevents them from pulling out of the quesadilla when you take a bite.
  • Lube ‘em up. For an extra crispy exterior, brush the outside of the tortillas with melted butter or olive oil before cooking.
  • Give them a rest. Let the quesadillas cool for a minute before slicing so the cheese doesn’t ooze out.
Wedge slice pizza quesadilla in a round wooden board.

How to Store

Here’s how to keep leftover pizza quesadillas fresh:

To Store: Place leftover pizza quesadillas in an air-tight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For best results, allow them to cool completely before storing so they don’t get soggy.

To Freeze: Assemble and place them in a single layer on a baking sheet, then freeze until solid. Transfer frozen quesadillas to a freezer-safe bag or container and store for up to 1-2 months.

To Reheat: Warm in a skillet over low heat, flipping once, until heated through and crispy again. Or, reheat in the oven at 375°F for 8-10 minutes or in an air fryer at 360°F for 1-2 minutes.

Pizza Quesadilla

Course: Main CourseCuisine: American
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

6

minutes
Calories

610

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This pizza quesadilla combines two favorites for the ultimate indulgence! Loaded with sauce, cheese, and pepperoni, it’s to die for.

Ingredients

  • 4 large flour tortillas

  • 1 cup pizza sauce, plus more for dipping

  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 4 oz pepperoni slices, cut in half

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • 2 tbsp butter, for cooking

Instructions

  • Preheat a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce over one half of each tortilla, leaving a small border around the edge. Be careful not to use too much sauce or the quesadilla will get soggy.
  • Sprinkle the sauced half of each tortilla with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Add the pepperoni slices and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
  • Fold the un-sauced half of each tortilla over the toppings to create a half-moon shape.
  • Melt 1/2 tbsp butter in the hot skillet. Place a quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown on the bottom. Carefully flip and cook the other side until the cheese is fully melted and the tortilla is crispy, another 2-3 minutes.
  • Transfer to a cutting board and repeat with the remaining quesadillas, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
  • Allow the quesadillas to cool for a minute before slicing into wedges with a sharp knife or pizza cutter. Serve immediately with extra pizza sauce for dipping.

Notes

  • Use large burrito-size tortillas for easier folding and flipping.
  • Cut pepperoni slices in half to prevent them from pulling out of the quesadilla when you take a bite.
  • For extra crispy quesadillas, brush the outside of the tortillas with olive oil or melted butter before cooking.
  • Customize with your favorite pizza toppings, like cooked sausage, veggies, olives, etc. Just don’t overfill or they’ll be hard to flip.

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