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Pulled Pork and Cheese Quesadilla

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2-4 servings 1x

Description

Pulled pork and cheese quesadillas are a quick, crispy, and cheesy meal perfect for using leftover pulled pork. Customize them with your favorite toppings for an easy and delicious dish!

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 1/2 cups pulled pork
  • 4 flour tortillas
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
  • 1 tbsp butter or oil for cooking
  • 1/4 cup BBQ sauce (optional)
  • 1/4 cup sliced onions (optional)
  • 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (optional)
  • Sour cream or guacamole for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients
    • If using leftover pulled pork, reheat it gently in a skillet or microwave until warm.
    • Mix with BBQ sauce if desired for extra flavor.
  2. Heat the Skillet
    • Place a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add butter or oil to prevent sticking.
  3. Assemble the Quesadilla
    • Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface.
    • Sprinkle shredded cheese over one half of the tortilla.
    • Add pulled pork on top of the cheese, along with onions, jalapeños, and cilantro if using.
  4. Fold and Cook
    • Fold the tortilla in half, pressing gently to seal.
    • Transfer to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Flip and Cook the Other Side
    • Flip the quesadilla and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is fully melted and the tortilla is crispy.
  6. Serve
    • Remove from the skillet, let it rest for a minute, then slice into wedges.
    • Serve with sour cream, guacamole, or extra BBQ sauce for dipping.

Notes

  • Spicy Kick: Add sliced jalapeños or a drizzle of hot sauce.
  • Tex-Mex Style: Include black beans, corn, and chopped bell peppers.
  • Sweet & Smoky: Mix pulled pork with a bit of honey or pineapple.
  • Different Cheeses: Try smoked gouda, pepper jack, or mozzarella.
  • Gluten-Free Option: Use corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course, snack
  • Method: Stir-Fry
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

Keywords: Pulled pork quesadilla, cheesy quesadilla, leftover pulled pork recipe, easy quesadilla, BBQ quesadilla

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