Cheesy Shrimp Quesadillas

Indulge in the ultimate blend of bold flavors and gooey comfort with these Cheesy Shrimp Quesadillas! Perfectly seasoned shrimp are sautéed in a mouthwatering mix of chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, then layered with a generous helping of melted Mexican blend cheese and fresh cilantro, all tucked inside a golden, buttery flour tortilla. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, these quesadillas are ideal for a crowd-pleasing weeknight dinner or a satisfying snack. Serve them with creamy sour cream and zesty salsa on the side for the perfect finishing touch. Whether you're looking for a savory seafood dish or a creative take on classic quesadillas, this recipe will quickly become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 4 large flour tortillas
• 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 2 tbsp butter
• 0.5 cup sour cream (for serving)
• 0.5 cup salsa (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Cut the shrimp into bite-sized pieces if needed.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the shrimp to the skillet. Sprinkle with chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Wipe the skillet clean with a paper towel. Place it back on medium heat.

Step 5

Butter one side of a tortilla. Place it buttered side down in the skillet.

Step 6

Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheese evenly over half of the tortilla. Add a portion of the cooked shrimp and a tablespoon of chopped cilantro over the cheese.

Step 7

Fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling. Press down lightly with a spatula to help it stick together.

Step 8

Cook the quesadilla for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted.

Step 9

Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and repeat with the remaining tortillas, butter, cheese, shrimp, and cilantro.

Step 10

Let the quesadillas cool for 1-2 minutes before slicing into wedges. Serve with sour cream and salsa on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1252.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2629.4

Total Fat 154.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 1211.6mg	0%
Sodium 5734.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 129.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 14.5g
Protein 180.5g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 2263.8mg	0%
Iron 13.1mg	0%
Potassium 2274.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.8%

Protein: 27.5%

Carbs: 19.7%