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Easy Crispy Sheet Pan Quesadillas

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy, golden sheet pan quesadillas layered with melty cheese and fresh summer veggies, perfect for summer parties and casual get-togethers.

Ingredients

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  • 8 large (10-inch) flour tortillas
  • 2 cups (200g) shredded cheese blend (cheddar and Monterey Jack)
  • 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced (optional)
  • 1 cup thinly sliced bell peppers (red or yellow)
  • ½ cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1 small jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Olive oil spray
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a rimmed half-sheet baking pan (about 18 x 13 inches) with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss the sliced bell peppers, red onion, jalapeños, and cooked chicken with olive oil spray, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Lay 4 tortillas flat on the baking sheet. Evenly sprinkle cheese over each tortilla, then add the veggie and chicken mixture on top. Sprinkle chopped cilantro over everything, then top each with another tortilla. Press edges gently to seal.
  4. Lightly spray the top tortillas with olive oil spray to encourage crispiness.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through (around 7 minutes) for even cooking. Watch closely after 10 minutes to prevent burning.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool for 2 minutes before slicing into wedges with a pizza cutter or sharp knife.

Notes

Do not overload the filling to avoid soggy quesadillas. Use quality melting cheese and press edges lightly before baking. Rotate the pan halfway through baking for even crispiness. For gluten-free, use corn tortillas and reduce baking time. For dairy-free, use vegan cheese alternatives. Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.

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