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Buffalo Turkey Quesadillas

  • Author: Elina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Buffalo Turkey Quesadillas are the ultimate comfort food, blending tender ground turkey with spicy buffalo sauce and melted cheese, all wrapped in crispy tortillas. Perfect for game nights or cozy dinners, these quesadillas deliver a delightful explosion of flavor that will have everyone coming back for more. Quick to prepare and versatile enough to serve as an appetizer, snack, or main dish, they are sure to impress your family and friends.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (for serving)
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  2. Pour in the buffalo sauce and stir; simmer for another 3-4 minutes until heated through.
  3. On each tortilla, layer half with cheese, add a scoop of the turkey mixture, top with more cheese, and fold.
  4. Cook in a skillet over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Slice into wedges and serve warm with sour cream and green onions.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (150g)
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 19g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: Substitute shredded chicken or black beans for added versatility. Experiment with different cheeses like pepper jack or incorporate veggies such as spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor.