cheesy turkey burger quesadillas

Name: Cheesy Turkey Burger Quesadillas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoon(s) vegetable oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 pound(s) ground turkey (can use ground beef, chicken or pork); - salt and pepper to taste; 1/2 teaspoon(s) red pepper flakes (optional); 2 teaspoon(s) garlic powder; 1/4 cup(s) ketchup (sugar free for less calories); 1 tablespoon(s) worcestershire sauce; 2 - bouillon cubes, crushed; 4 large flour tortilla shells, soft (choose low fat for heathier choice); - additional vegetable oil for brushing; - jalapeno pepper rings (pickled) optional; 2 cup(s) cheese, shredded (i used sharp cheddar and colby cheese) choose low fat cheeses for healthier choice

18 Pinches 1 Photo

Diane Atherton

PINE MOUNTAIN, GA

Updated on Oct 9, 2015

This was a very tasty crispy healthier burger. Add other toppings (bacon, tomatoes, mushrooms, olives... etc) if desired but keep in mind whatever you add needs to be added before going in oven. Once baked, it will be hard to lift top shell from the melted cheese. Enjoy

Rate

prep time 15 Min

cook time 20 Min

method Bake

yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 pound ground turkey (can use ground beef, chicken or pork)
- salt and pepper to taste
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/4 cup ketchup (sugar free for less calories)
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
2 - bouillon cubes, crushed
4 large flour tortilla shells, soft (choose low fat for heathier choice)
- additional vegetable oil for brushing
- jalapeno pepper rings (pickled) optional
2 cups cheese, shredded (i used sharp cheddar and colby cheese) choose low fat cheeses for healthier choice

How To Make cheesy turkey burger quesadillas

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Step 2

Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat; add onions and Sauté until tender.
Step 3

Add ground turkey, cook until completely cooked; add salt and pepper to taste, red pepper flakes (if desired), garlic powder, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce and crushed bouillon . Stir all ingredients together and simmer for about 10 minutes.
Step 4

Remove from heat and drain any oil and blot any excess oil with paper towels.
Step 5

Lightly brush one side of each of the 4 tortilla shells and lay 2 shells oiled side down on baking sheet. Top each with 1/2 of the meat mixture; spread evenly over tortilla shell. Add jalapeno slices (if desired) and cheese. Top each with the other 2 shells oil side up.
Step 6

Bake in preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes until shells are lightly browned and crisp and cheese is melted.
Step 7

Remove from oven; cool for about 5 minutes. Using knife or pizza cutter, cut into 4 triangles and serve.
Last Step: Don't forget to share! Post a picture of your finished recipe here and on your favorite social network. Don't forget to tag Just A Pinch and include #justapinchrecipes!

Discover More

Comment & Reviews

Just A Pinch Sweepstakes