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The Ultimate Easy & Cheesy Shrimp Quesadilla Recipe

Close-up of three golden-brown, folded shrimp quesadilla wedges filled with plump shrimp and tomatoes.
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Make restaurant-style shrimp quesadillas fast. This recipe delivers tender, seasoned shrimp, melty cheese, and perfectly crispy tortillas in under 30 minutes, ideal for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (any color)
  • 8 medium flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or Mexican blend cheese
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or extra butter for cooking

Instructions

  1. Season the shrimp: In a bowl, toss the shrimp with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cook the filling: Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp, onion, and bell pepper. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring often, until the shrimp is pink and cooked through and the vegetables are tender-crisp. Remove the filling mixture from the skillet and set aside. Wipe the skillet clean.
  3. Assemble the quesadillas: Place one tortilla in the clean skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle about 1/4 cup of cheese over one half of the tortilla. Top the cheese with about 1/4 of the shrimp and vegetable mixture. Fold the empty half of the tortilla over the filling to create a half-moon shape.
  4. Cook until crispy: Add a small amount of oil or butter to the skillet around the edges of the quesadilla. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, pressing down gently with a spatula, until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is fully melted.
  5. Repeat: Transfer the cooked quesadilla to a cutting board. Repeat the assembly and cooking process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
  6. Serve: Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For extra crispy tortillas, use a thin layer of butter or oil in the skillet during the final cooking step.
  • You can substitute the vegetables with sautéed mushrooms or skip them entirely for a simpler shrimp and cheese filling.
  • Serve with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole for dipping.

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