Description
Turn last night’s pork chops into a delicious, melty quesadilla in minutes! This Leftover Pork Chop Quesadilla recipe features juicy pork, gooey cheese, and veggies all toasted to golden-brown perfection between crispy tortillas, making it an easy and satisfying meal for lunch, dinner, or a hearty snack.
Ingredients
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Tortillas
- 2 large flour tortillas
Filling
- 1 leftover pork chop, thinly sliced (about 1 cup)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup diced bell pepper (any color)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Cooking
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil (for frying)
To Serve
- Sour cream, salsa, or guacamole (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Pork Chop: Thinly slice or chop the leftover pork chop. Remove any bones or excess fat for even heating and easy eating.
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, combine the sliced pork, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, diced onion, diced bell pepper, and cilantro (if using). Toss to distribute evenly.
- Assemble the Quesadilla: Lay out one flour tortilla on a plate or clean surface. Spread the pork and cheese mixture evenly over half the tortilla, then fold the other half over to make a half-moon shape.
- Cook the Quesadilla: Heat butter or oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the assembled quesadilla in the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until golden and crispy, then flip and cook another 2-3 minutes till the cheese is melted and both sides are golden brown.
- Serve: Remove the quesadilla from the pan and let it sit for 1 minute. Slice into wedges and serve hot with sour cream, salsa, or guacamole if desired.
Notes
- If your pork chop is unseasoned, sprinkle with a dash of salt, pepper, or taco seasoning before layering.
- You can add extra veggies like mushrooms, corn, or jalapeños for a twist.
- Swap cheeses for pepper jack or mozzarella for different flavor combinations.
- Use a panini press or grill for extra crispy edges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 quesadilla
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
