Steak and Cheese Quesadillas

Satisfy your cravings with these irresistible Steak and Cheese Quesadillas—a hearty, flavor-packed meal perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Tender, perfectly seasoned flank steak takes center stage, paired with gooey melted Mexican blend cheese and nestled inside crisp, golden-brown flour tortillas. The steak is pan-seared to juicy perfection, then sliced thin and layered generously for a protein-packed bite in every piece. Served alongside creamy guacamole, zesty salsa, and tangy sour cream, these quesadillas are an effortless crowd-pleaser. With just 15 minutes of prep and simple cooking techniques, this recipe delivers bold, Tex-Mex flavors that are sure to impress. Perfect for busy weeknights or laid-back entertaining, these quesadillas are easy to make and utterly irresistible!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Flank steak
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black pepper
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 4 pieces Large flour tortillas
• 2 cups Shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 2 tbsp Butter
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Salsa
• 0.5 cup Guacamole

Directions

Step 1

1. Begin by preparing the steak. Pat the flank steak dry with paper towels and season both sides evenly with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

Step 2

2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the steak and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired doneness. Use a meat thermometer for precise cooking: 135°F for medium-rare, 145°F for medium.

Step 3

3. Remove the steak from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes. Then, thinly slice it against the grain into bite-sized pieces.

Step 4

4. In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil if needed. Wipe out excess grease as necessary.

Step 5

5. To assemble the quesadillas, lay a flour tortilla on a clean surface. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of the shredded cheese evenly over one side of the tortilla, followed by a quarter of the sliced steak. Fold the tortilla in half to create a semi-circle.

Step 6

6. Melt 1/2 tablespoon of butter in the skillet and carefully place the assembled quesadilla into the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, or until golden brown and crispy. Flip gently and cook for another 2-3 minutes to melt the cheese thoroughly.

Step 7

7. Remove the cooked quesadilla and repeat the process with the remaining tortillas, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.

Step 8

8. Slice each quesadilla into thirds or quarters and serve warm with sour cream, salsa, and guacamole on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1310.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3509.9

Total Fat 244.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 102.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 20.4g
Cholesterol 736.1mg	0%
Sodium 8206.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 137.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.9g	0%
Total Sugars 17.0g
Protein 207.0g	0%

Vitamin D 22.6IU	0%
Calcium 2086.9mg	0%
Iron 20.4mg	0%
Potassium 2706.3mg	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: 61.5%

Protein: 23.1%

Carbs: 15.3%