Recipe: Shrimp Quesadillas
Description: Spice up your lunch routine with these flavorful shrimp quesadillas! A delightful departure from the ordinary sandwich, these quesadillas are filled with savory ingredients and ooey-gooey cheese. While traditionally cooked on the stovetop, there’s potential to experiment with baking them in the oven for a convenient and efficient meal prep option. If you give it a try, share your results with us!
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
Keywords: Cheese, < 30 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 434.2
- Fat Content: 22.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 12g
- Cholesterol Content: 105.5mg
- Sodium Content: 750.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 33g
- Fiber Content: 2.4g
- Sugar Content: 2.6g
- Protein Content: 25.1g
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 8 flour tortillas
- 2 cups Monterey Jack pepper cheese, shredded
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1/2 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup baby shrimp, cooked
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Heat a 10-inch non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. |
| 2 | Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle with 1/4 cup of shredded cheese, followed by 1/4 of the diced tomatoes, cooked bacon, and baby shrimp. |
| 3 | Sprinkle an additional 1/4 cup of shredded cheese over the toppings. |
| 4 | Top with another tortilla to form a quesadilla. |
| 5 | Cook for 1-2 minutes or until the bottom is golden brown; then, carefully flip the quesadilla and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes or until the other side is golden brown. |
| 6 | Repeat the process three more times to make a total of four quesadillas. |
| 7 | Once cooked, cut each quesadilla into wedges. |
| 8 | To keep the quesadillas warm, place them on an ungreased cookie sheet in the oven. |
Cooking Time: 4 minutes
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 19 minutes
Notes:
- Feel free to customize these quesadillas with your favorite ingredients such as avocado, bell peppers, or different types of cheese.
- If baking in the oven, preheat to 375°F (190°C) and bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tortillas are crispy.
- Serve with your choice of salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for dipping.
- These quesadillas are perfect for a quick lunch or snack, and they’re sure to satisfy your cravings for something cheesy and delicious! 🍤🧀🌮
