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The Ultimate 25-Minute Cheesy Shrimp Quesadilla

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Make fast, flavorful shrimp quesadillas perfect for any weeknight meal. This recipe delivers tender, seasoned shrimp and perfectly melted cheese inside crispy, restaurant-style tortillas.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (any color)
  • 8 large flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or Mexican blend cheese
  • 1 tablespoon butter or extra oil for crisping

Instructions

  1. Prepare the shrimp: In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and stir to combine. Remove from heat.
  4. Heat a separate large, dry skillet or griddle over medium heat. This is our trick for restaurant-style crispiness!
  5. Place one tortilla on the hot surface. Sprinkle one-fourth of the cheese evenly over one half of the tortilla. Top the cheese with one-fourth of the shrimp and vegetable mixture. Fold the empty half of the tortilla over the filling to create a half-moon shape.
  6. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, pressing down gently with a spatula, until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted. Add a small amount of butter or oil to the pan before flipping if the tortilla is not browning enough.
  7. Remove the first quesadilla and repeat the process with the remaining ingredients for the other three quesadillas.
  8. Slice each quesadilla into wedges and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lime juice over the shrimp mixture before assembling the quesadillas.
  • If you want a low carb option, substitute large lettuce cups or low-carb tortillas for the flour tortillas.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings like salsa, sour cream, or guacamole for a complete meal.

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