Ingredients for Applebee's Quesadilla Burgers Copycat
- 4 (10-inch) flour tortillas
- 4 tablespoons softened butter
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack Pepper cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
- 8 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
- 1 1/2 lbs Southwest seasoned hamburger
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes, to taste
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Dried Oregano, to taste
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
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How to Make Applebee's Quesadilla Burgers Copycat
- **Prepare the Seasoning:** In a small bowl, combine chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.
- **Season the Beef:** Add 1 heaping tablespoon of the seasoning mix to the ground beef. Gently mix until evenly combined.
- **Cook the Burgers:** Form the seasoned beef into 4 patties. Cook the patties in a skillet over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired doneness. Alternatively, grill the patties.
- **Prepare the Quesadillas:** Spread 1 tablespoon of softened butter on one side of each tortilla.
- **Assemble the Quesadillas:** Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Place one tortilla, butter-side down, in the skillet. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of cheese over the center, leaving a 1-inch border.
- **Layer the Ingredients:** Top the cheese with tomato slices, red onion, bacon crumbles, and jalapeño (if using). Place a cooked burger patty on top of the filling.
- **Fold and Cook:** Cover the burger with another tortilla, butter-side up. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese is melted and gooey. Press down gently with a spatula to ensure even cooking.
- **Cut and Serve:** Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and use a pizza cutter or sharp knife to cut it in half. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
40 g
Sugar
4g
Fat
41g
Carbs
7g
