Description

Quesadilla Burgers combine the juicy goodness of seasoned ground beef patties with the melty, crispy delight of cheese-filled tortillas. These burgers are assembled with two flour tortillas sandwiching a cheesy beef patty, then grilled to perfection until the tortillas turn golden brown and crispy. Topped with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, jalapeños, and a dollop of sour cream, they offer a delicious twist on classic burgers with a Tex-Mex flair.

Ingredients

Beef Patties

1 lb ground beef
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
Salt and pepper to taste

Quesadilla Assembly

8 flour tortillas (6-8 inch size)
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese

Toppings

1 cup shredded lettuce
1 large tomato, sliced
1 avocado, sliced
2-3 jalapeños, sliced (optional)
½ cup sour cream

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Instructions

Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and chop the lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, and jalapeños into desired sizes to have everything ready for assembly.
Cook Patties: Season the ground beef with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Form into four equal patties. Cook the patties in a skillet over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes per side or until browned and fully cooked through.
Assemble Quesadilla Burgers: Place one cooked beef patty onto a flour tortilla. Generously sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the patty, then cover with a second tortilla to form a quesadilla-style sandwich.
Grill Quesadilla Burgers: Heat the skillet again over medium heat. Grill each assembled quesadilla burger for 3-4 minutes per side until the tortillas are golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted inside.
Add Fresh Toppings and Serve: Remove from heat, top each quesadilla burger with shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, avocado, jalapeños, and a dollop of sour cream. Slice in half and serve immediately while warm and crispy.

Notes

You can customize the cheese blend to your preference; a mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack melts well.
For extra flavor, add finely chopped onions or a dash of smoked paprika to the beef seasoning.
If you prefer less heat, omit the jalapeños or substitute with mild green bell peppers.
These quesadilla burgers are best served fresh and hot to retain crispiness.
Leftovers can be reheated in a skillet or oven to maintain the crispy tortilla exterior.