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Pepperoni Pizza Quesadillas

Irresistible Pepperoni Pizza Quesadillas in Just 26 Minutes

A quick and delicious twist on traditional pizza with cheesy goodness and pepperoni, perfect for busy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadillas
  • 8 count flour tortillas perfect for holding all that cheesy goodness!
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese gives that melty texture
  • ½ cup pizza sauce adds a rich, tangy flavor
  • ½ cup sliced pepperoni the star ingredient
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil helps achieve that golden, crispy exterior
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning enhances flavor effortlessly
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese adds an extra layer of cheesy goodness
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil imparts a fresh and aromatic finish

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Brush one side of a flour tortilla with olive oil, then place the tortilla oil-side down in the hot skillet.
  2. Spread 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce evenly on top of the tortilla in the skillet. Sprinkle ¼ cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, followed by a layer of sliced pepperoni, a pinch of Italian seasoning, grated Parmesan, and chopped fresh basil.
  3. Place a second tortilla on top of the layered ingredients and press down slightly with a spatula.
  4. Cook the quesadilla for 2 to 3 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
  5. Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook the other side for another 2 to 3 minutes until it is golden and crispy.
  6. Remove the quesadilla from the skillet, let it rest for a minute, then slice into wedges and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 820mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Use high-quality mozzarella and fresh basil for best flavor. Allow the quesadilla to rest before slicing for neat wedges.

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