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To create the perfect Spicy Green Chili Beef Quesadillas, it’s essential to choose high-quality ingredients that enhance the overall flavor. Here’s a closer look at the key components of this dish:

Spicy Green Chili Beef Quesadillas

Spicy Green Chili Beef Quesadillas are the ultimate comfort food that will ignite your taste buds! Bursting with seasoned ground beef, zesty green chilies, and melting cheese, this dish promises a flavor explosion wrapped in a crispy tortilla. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, these quesadillas are easy to customize with your favorite fillings. Discover the joy of cooking and share this fiery experience with family and friends. Try this recipe for a delicious twist on traditional Mexican cuisine!
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Ingredients
  

1 lb ground beef

1 cup diced green chilies (fresh or canned, mild or hot depending on your preference)

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp cumin

1 tsp smoked paprika

½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)

Salt and black pepper to taste

1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

4 large flour tortillas

2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)

Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, salsa, chopped cilantro

Instructions
 

Cook the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Break it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks.

    Add Aromatics: Once the beef is browned, drain any excess fat and add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 3 minutes, until the onion is translucent.

      Season: Stir in the diced green chilies, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

        Assemble Quesadillas: On one half of each tortilla, sprinkle a layer of shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese (about ¼ cup each). Then, spoon the beef mixture over the cheese, followed by another layer of cheese on top. Fold the tortilla in half.

          Cook Quesadillas: In the same skillet, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, place 1-2 quesadillas in the skillet (depending on the size) and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. If necessary, add more oil for the second side.

            Serve: Once cooked, transfer quesadillas to a cutting board and let them rest for a minute. Cut into wedges and serve warm with your choice of sour cream, guacamole, salsa, or fresh cilantro on the side.

              Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 minutes | 30 minutes | 4 servings