Description

These Cheese-Crusted Steak Quesadillas take the classic quesadilla to a whole new level by adding a crispy cheese crust to the outside. Filled with tender steak, gooey cheese, and flavorful seasonings, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

Ingredients

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For the Steak:

1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
Salt and pepper to taste

For the Quesadillas:

4 large flour tortillas
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1 avocado, sliced

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Instructions

Marinate the steak: In a bowl, combine the sliced flank steak, olive oil, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Cook the steak: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the steak until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Assemble the quesadillas: On a tortilla, layer shredded cheese, cooked steak, cilantro, red onion, and avocado slices. Top with another tortilla.
Cook the quesadillas: In the same skillet, cook the quesadillas for 2-3 minutes per side until the cheese is melted and the tortillas are crispy.
Serve: Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve hot.

Notes

You can customize these quesadillas by adding your favorite ingredients like bell peppers, jalapenos, or black beans.
Make sure not to overcrowd the quesadilla when cooking to ensure the cheese crust gets crispy.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
Calories: 480
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 820mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 80mg