Description
A quick, kid-approved quesadilla recipe featuring melty sharp cheddar and savory deli ham, perfect for busy weeknights and made in five easy steps.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large flour tortillas (about 10-inch diameter)
- 8 ounces deli ham, thinly sliced or chopped
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 200g)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Optional add-ins:
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
Instructions
- Shred sharp cheddar cheese and chop ham into bite-sized pieces. Slice green onions and jalapeños if using.
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter. Let it melt and coat the pan evenly.
- Place one tortilla flat in the skillet. Sprinkle shredded cheddar evenly over the tortilla, then scatter ham and any optional add-ins. Top with another layer of cheddar and place the second tortilla on top. Press gently with a spatula.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes until the bottom tortilla is golden and crispy. Carefully flip the quesadilla and add the remaining tablespoon of butter. Cook the other side for 2-3 minutes until golden and cheese is melted.
- Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 1 minute. Slice into wedges and serve immediately.
Notes
Use medium heat to avoid burning tortillas before cheese melts. Press gently when flipping to keep quesadilla intact. Rest quesadilla for a minute before slicing to prevent cheese from oozing out. Butter gives best flavor and crispiness; olive oil can be used as a substitute. Fresh shredded sharp cheddar melts best.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla wedge (
- Calories: 410
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 24
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 22
Keywords: quesadilla, ham, cheddar, quick dinner, kid-friendly, easy recipe, weeknight meal