Sheet Pan Quesadillas Beef (Print Version)

Crispy quesadillas with savory beef, melted cheese, and colorful vegetables baked on a sheet pan.

# What You'll Need:

→ Beef Mixture

01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning
06 - 1/3 cup water

→ Cheese and Vegetables

07 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
08 - 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
09 - 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
10 - 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
11 - 2 green onions, sliced

→ Assembly

12 - 8 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
13 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
14 - Cooking spray

→ Optional Serving

15 - Salsa
16 - Sour cream
17 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
18 - Lime wedges

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
03 - Add diced onion, minced garlic, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
04 - Stir in taco seasoning and water, then simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until mixture thickens. Remove from heat.
05 - Mix in thawed corn, drained black beans, and sliced green onions thoroughly with the beef mixture.
06 - Place six flour tortillas overlapping on the sheet pan so that edges hang over and centers overlap, covering the base. Place one tortilla in the center to fill gaps.
07 - Spread the beef and vegetable mixture evenly over the tortillas. Sprinkle shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese on top.
08 - Fold the overhanging edges of tortillas toward the center, covering the filling. Use the remaining tortilla in the center if needed to seal.
09 - Brush the top with olive oil or lightly spray with cooking spray. Place another sheet pan on top to weigh down the quesadillas.
10 - Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the top sheet pan and continue baking an additional 5 minutes until golden and crisp.
11 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes before slicing into squares. Serve with salsa, sour cream, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges as desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare using just one sheet pan
  • Perfect for feeding a crowd or family dinner
02 -
  • You can substitute ground chicken, turkey, or plant-based crumbles for the beef for a different protein option.
  • This recipe is nut-free, but always double-check ingredient labels if you have food allergies.
03 -
  • Weighing down the tortillas with a second sheet pan ensures even crispness.
  • Cut quesadillas with a sharp knife or pizza cutter for clean squares.
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