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Meatball Quesadillas Recipe

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These Meatball Quesadillas are a delicious fusion of Italian and Mexican flavors, featuring tender meatballs, gooey mozzarella, and tangy spaghetti sauce all melted between crispy flour tortillas. Quick to prepare and perfect for a family meal or snack, these quesadillas offer a comforting bite that blends familiar favorites into a fun handheld treat.

Ingredients

Meatball Quesadilla Ingredients

  • 1 (14 oz) bag frozen meatballs, thawed and cut in half
  • 1 (24 oz) jar spaghetti sauce (any flavor)
  • 2–3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 10+ flour tortillas
  • Non-stick cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Prepare the skillet: Spray a skillet with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
  2. Position the tortilla: Place a tortilla halfway into the pan, allowing the other half to drape over the edge for easy folding later.
  3. Add cheese and meatballs: Sprinkle half of the tortilla with shredded mozzarella cheese, then arrange the halved meatballs evenly over the cheese layer.
  4. Add sauce: Spoon about two tablespoons of spaghetti sauce over the meatballs to add moisture and flavor.
  5. Top with cheese: Sprinkle additional mozzarella cheese over the sauce layer to help bind the quesadilla together when melted.
  6. Fold the tortilla: Fold the uncovered half of the tortilla over the filling to close the quesadilla.
  7. Cook first side: Heat on medium until the bottom tortilla is crispy and the cheese underneath has melted, ensuring a golden crust.
  8. Flip carefully: Using two spatulas (one to hold and one to flip), turn the quesadilla over and cook until the other side is also crispy and the cheese is fully melted.
  9. Remove and slice: Transfer the cooked quesadilla to a plate and use a pizza cutter to cut it into slices for easier eating.
  10. Repeat and serve: Repeat the process with remaining ingredients. Serve the sliced quesadillas with marinara sauce or enjoy as is.

Notes

  • Make sure the meatballs are fully thawed before cooking to ensure even heating.
  • You can customize the spaghetti sauce flavor to suit your taste, whether classic, spicy, or sweet.
  • Use medium heat to avoid burning the tortillas while allowing the cheese to melt thoroughly.
  • Two spatulas help greatly in flipping without the quesadilla falling apart.
  • These quesadillas can be made ahead and reheated gently in a skillet or microwave.

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