Cheesy Beef Quesadilla Oven Recipe (Quick & Easy)

If you’re a huge fan of quesadillas, this oven version of cheesy beef quesadillas is a perfect meal for busy nights. Crispy on the outside with gooey cheese inside, these baked quesadillas are loaded with a simple meat mixture and can be customized with different fillings!

Whether you’re using corn tortillas or flour tortillas, this sheet pan quesadilla recipe is a go-to meal the whole family will love!

If you love recipes that require minimal effort, you are also going to love my Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta Recipe, Creamy Pesto Pasta & my Creamy Sausage Pasta!! These are dishes the entire family are sure to enjoy!

Ingredients

• Oil of choice
• Red bell pepper, diced
• Onion, diced
• Fresh ground beef
• Salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika
• Tomato paste
• Tortillas
• Garlic butter
• Mozzarella cheese, freshly shredded

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Instructions & Video

Prep the meat filling!

Roll each half tortilla with the meat mixture & cheese!

Cover with butter garlic & the freshly shredded cheese & bake!

Serve hot & enjoy!

1. Heat oil in a large skillet or non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Sauté onions and bell pepper for 2–3 minutes until soft.
2. Add the fresh ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
3. Season with salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, or taco seasoning. Stir in tomato paste. Add a splash of water to deglaze if needed. Set aside.
4. Preheat oven to 400°F (C fan) and line large baking trays, a baking sheet, or a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
5. Cut tortillas in half. Add an even layer of cheese and 2–3 tablespoons of the meat mixture to the center. Fold the tortilla into a triangle and arrange on the tray. Brush with garlic butter for extra crispy quesadillas.
6. Bake on the highest shelves of the oven for 15 minutes, until golden brown and cheese is fully melted (nice melting cheese, gooey cheese). Serve with pico de gallo, a dollop of sour cream, or tomato salsa.

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Optional Add-Ins & Variations

• Beans: black beans, kidney beans, or refried beans
• Extra cheese: Monterey Jack, pepper jack, pre-shredded cheeses (best cheese, good melting cheese, nice melting cheese)
• Veggies: corn, pico de gallo, or fresh vegetables
• Spices & Heat: red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper
• Citrus: a squeeze of lime juice
• Toppings: dollop of sour cream, tomato salsa
• Other protein options: chicken quesadillas or lean ground beef

Equipment

• Large skillet or non-stick frying pan
• Baking sheet, cookie sheet, or large baking trays
• Knife and cutting board
• Reusable sandwich bags (for storing leftovers)

Storage

• Store leftover quesadillas in an airtight container in the fridge for 2–3 days.
• Reheat on a baking sheet for extra crispy quesadillas, or microwave if in a hurry.

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Cheesy Beef Quesadilla Oven Recipe (Quick & Easy)

Quick, cheesy, and perfect when you want a whole tray of quesadillas without standing at the stove. These bake up golden, crispy, and loaded with a simple, flavorful beef filling.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizer, Main Course, meal prep, Snack

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

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Meat Mixture

• 2 tablespoon oil of choice
• 1 red bell pepper diced
• 1 onion diced
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 3 tablespoon tomato paste
• Splash of water to deglaze

To Assemble

• 3 large tortillas cut in half
• 4 tablespoon garlic butter
• 2 cups mozzarella freshly shredded

Equipment

• Large Skillet
• Cutting Board
• Circular Baking Dish

Method

 

1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper, and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened. (WATCH FULL VIDEO BELOW)
2. Add the ground beef and cook for 3–4 minutes, breaking it apart, until no longer pink.
3. Season with salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Stir in the tomato paste. If the pan looks dry or you want to lift up the flavor from the bottom, add a small splash of water to deglaze. Set aside.
4. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
5. Cut the tortillas in half. Add a layer of mozzarella to the center of each half, then spoon 2–3 tablespoons of the beef mixture on top. Fold into triangles and set aside.
6. Grease a round baking dish with garlic butter. Arrange the folded quesadillas in the dish, brush the tops with more garlic butter, and sprinkle with extra cheese.
7. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tortillas are golden and crispy.
8. Serve hot and dip into sour cream, salsa, or guac. (WATCH FULL VIDEO BELOW)

Notes

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Food safety

• Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
• Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
• Wash hands after touching raw meat
• Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
• Never leave cooking food unattended
• Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
• Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

See more guidelines at USDA.gov.