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!
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.
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:
- Preheat the skillet. Preheat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Spread the sauce. Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce over one half of each tortilla. Leave a small border around the edge.
- Add the toppings. Sprinkle the sauced half with mozzarella, Parmesan, pepperoni, and Italian seasoning.
- Fold the tortillas. Fold the un-sauced half of each tortilla over the toppings to create a half-moon shape.
- Cook the quesadillas. Melt the butter in the skillet. Cook the quesadillas for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Slice the quesadillas. Transfer them to a cutting board and allow to cool slightly before slicing into wedges.
- Serve hot. Serve the quesadillas immediately with extra pizza sauce for dipping. Enjoy!
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.
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
4
servings10
minutes6
minutes610
kcalThis 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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