Speedy Turkey Spinach Quesadillas (Printable)
Turkey, spinach, and cheese folded in warm tortillas for a fast, satisfying meal.
# What you'll need:
→ Quesadilla Filling
01 - 2 cups cooked turkey breast, diced
02 - 2 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped
03 - 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
04 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
→ Quesadilla Shells
05 - 4 large flour tortillas
→ Cooking Essentials
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
# Method:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine diced turkey, chopped spinach, shredded cheddar cheese, and red onion until evenly blended.
02 - Warm a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly brush with olive oil.
03 - Spread one fourth of the filling mixture evenly on half of a tortilla, then fold the tortilla over to enclose the filling.
04 - Place folded tortilla in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the cheese has melted.
05 - Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling, adding more olive oil to the skillet as needed.
06 - Slice each quesadilla into wedges and serve warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Quick weeknight dinner ready in under 20 minutes
- Kid friendly and crowd pleasing
- Great way to use up leftover turkey or deli turkey
- Packed with protein and sneaky greens for balanced eating
- Minimal prep and cleanup
02 -
- Loaded with high quality protein for long lasting energy
- Kids adore the crispy texture and stretch of cheese
- Works equally well with leftover rotisserie chicken or cooked ground turkey
03 -
- Shredding your own cheese boosts flavor and melt
- Wipe the skillet between batches to prevent burning bits from sticking to new quesadillas
- Do not overfill quesadillas or the cheese will ooze into the pan
- For extra crisp edges brush both sides lightly with oil not just the top