Sheet Pan Quesadillas Beef (Printable)

Golden quesadillas with seasoned beef, melted cheese, and colorful vegetables baked to perfection.

# What You'll Need:

→ Beef Mixture

01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning
06 - ⅓ cup water

→ Cheese and Vegetables

07 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
08 - 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
09 - 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
10 - 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
11 - 2 green onions, sliced

→ Assembly

12 - 8 large flour tortillas (10 inch)
13 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
14 - Cooking spray

→ Optional Serving

15 - Salsa
16 - Sour cream
17 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
18 - Lime wedges

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large rimmed sheet pan (18x13 inches) with parchment paper or lightly grease.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
03 - Add diced onion, minced garlic, and diced red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
04 - Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until mixture thickens. Remove from heat.
05 - Add thawed corn, drained black beans, and sliced green onions to the skillet. Stir to incorporate evenly.
06 - Position 6 tortillas overlapping around the edges of the prepared sheet pan, letting half of each tortilla hang over the edge and centers overlap to cover the base. Place 1 tortilla in the center to fill gaps.
07 - Evenly distribute the beef and vegetable mixture over the tortillas. Sprinkle shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese on top.
08 - Fold the overhanging edges of the tortillas toward the center to cover the filling. Place the final tortilla in the center if necessary to seal completely.
09 - Brush the top layer of tortillas with olive oil or spray lightly with cooking spray.
10 - Place another sheet pan on top to weigh down the quesadillas. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove top pan and bake an additional 5 minutes until golden and crisp.
11 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes before slicing into squares. Serve with salsa, sour cream, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges as desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare a batch for families or gatherings
  • Crispy texture and customizable fillings
02 -
  • This recipe contains wheat and milk ingredients
  • Can be made nut-free and gluten-free with proper substitutions
03 -
  • Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking
  • Weighing down the quesadillas ensures crispy edges and even browning
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