Description
Quesadizzas are a delicious fusion of quesadillas and pizza, combining the crispy tortilla with classic pizza toppings like mozzarella, pepperoni, and pizza sauce. This quick and easy skillet recipe makes for a perfect lunch or after-school snack that’s customizable and kid-friendly.
Ingredients
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Quesadizza Ingredients
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni or cooked sausage (optional)
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh basil or red pepper flakes for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the skillet: Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat to ensure even cooking and a perfectly crisp outside for the quesadizzas.
- Assemble the quesadizza: Lay one flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread 2–3 tablespoons of pizza sauce over one half of the tortilla. Add a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese followed by your choice of toppings such as pepperoni, black olives, and diced bell peppers. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning for added flavor.
- Fold the tortilla: Carefully fold the tortilla in half, covering the toppings to form a half-moon shape quesadizza. Lightly brush the outside of the folded tortilla with olive oil to promote browning and crispiness when cooked.
- Cook the quesadizza: Place the quesadizza in the preheated skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes on one side, or until golden brown and crisp. Flip carefully and cook the other side for another 2–3 minutes until the cheese inside has melted and the tortilla is crispy on both sides.
- Repeat: Repeat the assembly and cooking process with the remaining tortillas and ingredients.
- Serve: Slice each quesadizza into wedges and serve hot. Garnish with fresh basil leaves or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a touch of color and heat, if desired.
Notes
- Quesadizzas make a perfect quick lunch or after-school snack for kids and adults alike.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite pizza toppings such as mushrooms, cooked bacon, or pineapple for a personal twist.
- Serve with extra pizza sauce on the side for dipping to enhance the pizza flavors.
- To make it vegetarian, simply omit the meat toppings and add more veggies or extra cheese.
