30 Irresistible Quesadillas for the Quickest Dinner Ever

Are you limiting quesadillas to just a appetizer or a snack? With creative flavors like chicken apple and BBQ shrimp, these quesadillas demand to be the star of the show.

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Corn ‘n’ Squash Quesadillas

Total Time 50 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Grilled vegetables give these quesadillas their distinctive flair, while cumin and jalapeno peppers add a little zip. —Mildred Sherrer, Fort Worth, Texas
Nutrition Facts: 1 quesadilla: 301 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 454mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 medium-fat meat, 1/2 fat.
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Cheesy Quesadillas

Total Time 15 min
Servings 12 pieces
From the Recipe Creator: We serve these quesadillas as chili dippers or load them up with salsa and sour cream for a super starter. —Terri Keeney, Greeley, Colorado
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 111 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 203mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
3/29

Margarita Chicken Quesadillas

Total Time 40 min
Servings 16 wedges
From the Recipe Creator: Quesadillas have never tasted as good as when they are filled with slightly sweet onions and peppers and topped with lime butter and salt. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory. This version is the perfect recipe for a summer party—or a fantastic way to bring a little bit of summer into the cold winter months. —Stephanie Bright, Simpsonville, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts: 1 wedge: 204 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 288mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 12g protein.
4/29

Avocado Quesadillas

Total Time 20 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Avocados give quesadillas some nutritional value and, fortunately, my son likes them. Thinly slice the avocado, and add chicken or beef for extra protein. —Debbie Limas, North Andover, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts: 2 quesadillas (calculated without additional pico de gallo): 611 calories, 37g fat (15g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 455mg sodium, 54g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 12g fiber), 20g protein.
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Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas

Total Time 25 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My buffalo chicken quesadillas are filling enough to serve as a meal and versatile enough to win big points as a snack while the big game is on. Feel free to sub in your favorite flavored tortillas. Or kick up the spice factor with pepper jack cheese instead of the Mexican blend. —Crystal Schlueter, Babbitt, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts: 1/2 quesadilla: 773 calories, 43g fat (22g saturated fat), 152mg cholesterol, 2354mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 7g fiber), 44g protein.
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Pizza Quesadillas

Total Time 10 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: When my husband and I needed a quick meal, I fixed this recipe using leftover ingredients. Unlike traditional Mexican quesadillas, it calls for Italian meats, cheeses and seasoning. Serve it with a green salad for a simple dinner for two. —Barbara Rupert, Edgefield, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts: 1/2 quesadilla: 464 calories, 23g fat (10g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 1546mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 4g fiber), 21g protein.
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Chicken Quesadillas

Total Time 30 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Leftover chicken gets Mexican flair from cumin in this fun main dish. The chicken quesadilla recipe has an impressive look and taste yet requires little preparation. —Linda Wetzel, Woodland Park, Colorado
Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 477 calories, 26g fat (13g saturated fat), 106mg cholesterol, 901mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 31g protein.
8/29

Apple Chicken Quesadillas

Total Time 25 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My sister came up with an easy recipe that can be served as a main course or an appetizer. People are surprised by the combination of chicken, apples, tomatoes and corn inside the crispy tortillas, but they love it. —Stacia Slagle of Maysville, Missouri
Nutrition Facts: 1 quesadilla: 300 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 475mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 2 medium-fat meat.
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Bean & Cheese Quesadillas

Total Time 25 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My son doesn't eat meat, so I created this recipe as a way for me to cook one meal for the family instead of two. It's so easy, my toddler grandson helps me make it! —Tina McMullen, Salina, Kansas
Nutrition Facts: 1 quesadilla: 544 calories, 21g fat (9g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 1028mg sodium, 67g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 6g fiber), 21g protein.
10/29

Sweet Potato & Bean Quesadillas

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Sweet potatoes and black beans roll up together for a quesadilla that’s easy, fast, fun and delicious. —Brittany Hubbard, St. Paul, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts: 1 quesadilla with 3 tablespoons salsa: 306 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 531mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 6g fiber), 11g protein.
11/29

Spinach Quesadillas

Total Time 25 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My family gave these cheesy quesadillas oohs and aahs. Remove the spinach from the heat as soon as it wilts so it keeps a little bit of crunch. —Pam Kaiser, Mansfield, Missouri
Nutrition Facts: 3 wedges: 281 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 585mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 medium-fat meat.
12/29

Turkey Quesadillas with Cranberry Salsa

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: A sweet-tart cranberry salsa is the ideal accompaniment to leftover turkey in this breezy quesadilla. With a hint of lemon and pear, the salsa is also good with chicken or pork. —Jodi Kristensen, Macomb, Michigan
Nutrition Facts: 1 quesadilla with 1/3 cup salsa: 321 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 80mg cholesterol, 449mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 2g fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat, 1/2 fruit.
13/29

Smoked Salmon Quesadillas with Creamy Chipotle Sauce

Total Time 25 min
Servings 3 servings (2/3 cup sauce)
From the Recipe Creator: These extra-special quesadillas take just minutes to make, but you'll want to savor them for as long as possible. Sprinkle the cheesy wedges with chopped fresh cilantro. —Daniel Shemtob, Irvine, California
Nutrition Facts: 1 quesadilla with 3 tablespoons sauce: 453 calories, 28g fat (16g saturated fat), 74mg cholesterol, 1118mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 15g protein.
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Cheesy Egg Quesadillas

Total Time 25 min
Servings 2 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Here's my fun spin on breakfast for dinner—or breakfast! These egg quesadillas are so easy to make, full of protein and plain delicious any time of day. —Barbara Blommer, Woodland Park, Colorado
Nutrition Facts: 1 quesadilla: 738 calories, 38g fat (18g saturated fat), 344mg cholesterol, 1248mg sodium, 67g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 30g protein.
15/29

Corn Quesadilla

Total Time 15 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My cheesy corn quesadillas take only minutes going from skillet to table. They make craveable leftovers for brown-bag lunches, so pack the salsa too. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
Nutrition Facts: 3 wedges (calculated without guacamole): 380 calories, 19g fat (10g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 524mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 16g protein.
16/29

Pierogi Quesadillas

Total Time 15 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: When I had hungry children in the kitchen and nothing but leftovers, I invented these quesadillas. Now it's how we always use up our potatoes, meats and sometimes veggies. —Andrea Dibble, Solon, Iowa
Nutrition Facts: 1 quesadilla: 630 calories, 22g fat (8g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 1559mg sodium, 82g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 6g fiber), 24g protein.
17/29

Grilled Caprese Quesadillas

Total Time 20 min
Servings 2 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Here's a quick and easy summer lunch that makes great use of garden-grown tomatoes. Feel free to make your quesadillas heartier by adding grilled chicken. —Amy Mongiovi, Lititz, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts: 1 quesadilla: 535 calories, 25g fat (13g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 665mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 8g fiber), 25g protein.
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Confetti Corn Quesadillas

Total Time 25 min
Servings 10 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This easy and convenient meal is easily changed to fit any family's picky eaters. You can even sneak in protein, dairy and veggies and the kids will never know this is relatively good for them. I try to keep a batch in the fridge for a quick and hearty lunch. —Carey Hunt, Portland, Oregon
Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 293 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 575mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.

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Shrimp Quesadilla

Total Time 30 min
Servings 2 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Quick and simple enough for any weekday, this dish boasts a refreshing flavor special enough for guests. Serve with salsa on the side and a frosty smoothie, if you'd like. —Tiffany Bryson-San Antonio, Texas
Nutrition Facts: 1 quesadilla: 523 calories, 27g fat (8g saturated fat), 163mg cholesterol, 707mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 30g protein.

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Jalapeno Popper Quesadillas

Total Time 25 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Jalapeno poppers stuffed inside quesadillas are a simple and fast solution when you’re too busy to cook. If you like recipes with heat, this one’s for you. —Rebecca Nisewonder, Richmond, Indiana
Nutrition Facts: 1 quesadilla: 801 calories, 47g fat (23g saturated fat), 115mg cholesterol, 1423mg sodium, 60g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 33g protein.
21/29

Pork Quesadillas with Fresh Salsa

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings (3/4 cup salsa)
From the Recipe Creator: I threw this together one night when I was in the mood for quesadillas but didn't feel like going out. The homemade salsa is so fresh and wonderful, you'll absolutely want to double the recipe. —Adam Gaylord, Natick, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts: 1 quesadilla with 3 tablespoons salsa: 589 calories, 25g fat (9g saturated fat), 104mg cholesterol, 873mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 9g fiber), 43g protein.
22/29

Black Bean ‘n’ Corn Quesadillas

Total Time 30 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Black beans partner up with spinach and corn in these easy and satisfying quesadillas from Susan Franklin of Littleton, Colorado. —Susan Franklin, Littleton, Colorado
Nutrition Facts: 4 wedges: 358 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 900mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 5g fiber), 15g protein.
23/29

Three-Cheese Quesadillas

Total Time 20 min
Servings 2 servings
From the Recipe Creator: You'll swear you're at a restaurant when you take a bite of this cheese quesadilla. I like to make it with low-fat ingredients. —Sandy Smith, Saugerties, New York
Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 560 calories, 30g fat (16g saturated fat), 74mg cholesterol, 928mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 18g protein.
24/29

Spicy Turkey Quesadillas

Total Time 25 min
Servings 2 servings
From the Recipe Creator: A bit of spice livens up cranberries and turkey while fat-free cream cheese rounds out the bold flavors in this easy dish. You’ll love this recipe! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1 quesadilla: 391 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 870mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 4g fiber), 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 fat.
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Chicken Verde Quesadillas

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I used the corn, peppers and zucchini in my fridge to create these quick and easy quesadillas. Dollop with sour cream and you're good to go. —Julie Merriman, Seattle, Washington
Nutrition Facts: 1 quesadilla (calculated without pico de gallo and sour cream): 1083 calories, 55g fat (27g saturated fat), 132mg cholesterol, 2449mg sodium, 94g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 8g fiber), 56g protein.
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Potato Veggie Quesadillas

Total Time 45 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I am always looking for recipes that will encourage children to eat vegetables and this one has been a huge success. You can also use other vegetables, such as mushrooms, eggplant, asparagus and broccoli. Just remember to roast your vegetables before making the quesadillas. —Kathy Carlan, Canton, Georgia
Nutrition Facts: 1 quesadilla: 279 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 479mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 medium-fat meat, 1 fat.
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Barbecue Chicken Quesadilla

Total Time 25 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: When my kids were small, I'd stuff leftover chicken into these oven-baked quesadillas. I often grab rotisserie chicken instead. —Pam Martin, Canandaigua, New York
Nutrition Facts: 4 wedges: 446 calories, 15g fat (5g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 815mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 29g protein.
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Candy Corn Quesadillas

Total Time 35 min
Servings 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: Celebrate the season with a savory touch! These candy corn triangles will be a smash with kids, and the flavor will win over adults. Let kids join in the fun by filling a bag with the nacho tortilla chips to crush with a rolling pin while you do the rest. —Marie Parker, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1 wedge: 310 calories, 17g fat (9g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 613mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 15g protein.
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Turkey & Swiss Quesadillas

Total Time 20 min
Servings 2 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My favorite sandwich is turkey with avocado, so I created this healthy quesadilla with ingredients I often have in the fridge and pantry. —Karen O'Shea, Sparks, Nevada
Nutrition Facts: 1 quesadilla: 421 calories, 16g fat (3g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 566mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 5g fiber), 38g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 starch, 2 fat.