Whatever’s in the Fridge Quesadilla
Whatever's in the Fridge Quesadilla is one easy appetizer recipe you'll want to hang on to in a pinch. This recipe is perfect for whipping up as company comes over on the day of the big game or for any occasion where food is key. You can easily take those leftovers out of the fridge and turn them into something new and delicious by wrapping them up in a tortilla and melting some cheese on top of them. All you need to do is layer your ingredients, fold them up in a tortilla and cook it on a skillet for a few minutes per side. The result is cheesy, slightly crispy perfection.
Serves1 quesadilla
Preparation Time1 min
Cooking Time5 min
Cooking MethodSkillet
Ingredients
- 1 flour tortilla (8-inch), warmed
- 1/3 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (or whatever shredded cheese you have on hand)
- 1/4 cup shredded cooked chicken (or try leftover turkey, steak or ham)
- 2 tablespoon green onion (or chopped mushrooms or peppers)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
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Layer half the tortilla with the cheese, chicken and green onions. Fold the tortilla in half over the filling.
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Heat the oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the filled tortilla for 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.