This Easy Pizza Quesadilla is loaded with pepperoni, mozzarella and Italian seasoning!
Sometimes you need a quick and easy way to get your pizza fix! While I love Air Fryer Pizza Rolls, sometimes you just want to make something a bit more homemade. This Easy Pizza Quesadilla can be prepared with one pan in about five minutes!
This is the perfect lunch or quick dinner to be served with warm marinara and a side salad! No matter when you serve it, these quesadillas are a simple, family friendly meal, even your pickiest eater will love!
This dish doesn’t just have the things you love about pizza, like salty pepperoni and shredded mozzarella cheese. It also has a crispy, crunchy, buttery tortilla that is perfectly toasted! Don’t forget to serve with warm marinara for the best possible flavor!
Whether you’re serving this a dinner for one or you’re trying to feed a crowd, this is a great, flexible option! Being able to change up the ingredients means everyone can have their perfect pizza quesadilla without fuss.
Ingredients for Pepperoni Pizza Quesadillas
As always, this is a quick overview of the ingredients you will need. For the complete recipe just keep scrolling.
- Tortillas: regular, gluten free, or low carb
- Pepperoni
- Mozzarella cheese
- Italian seasoning
- Marinara
How do you make an Easy Pizza Quesadilla?
- Heat a skillet to medium heat.
- Add a buttered tortilla to the skillet. Top the tortilla with shredded cheese, pepperoni, and Italian seasoning.
- Cook the tortilla 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Fold one side of the tortilla over the filling and flip.
- Remove from the skillet when both sides are golden brown. Slice and serve with warm marinara for dipping.
Can I use other fillings?
Certainly! One of the best things about this recipe is how easy it is to customize. If you would like to use a flavored tortilla, such as spinach and herb, that is a great way to mix things up! However, when it comes to fillings, the options are endless! Some great filling ideas include:
- Cooked Italian Sausage
- Salami
- Bell Pepper
- Onions
- Olives
- Tomatoes
Can I make this Pizza Quesadilla low carb and keto-friendly?
Definitely! You need to check the nutrition for your tortilla. There are many keto-friendly tortillas that are low carb, high fiber making them work for a keto diet. One such wrap is Mission Carb Balance, however there are tons of other options if you cannot find that specific wrap. Most of these low carb wraps range from 4-6 net carbs each.
Also, marinara is a hidden source of carbs. Be sure to use a low carb version (such as Rao’s) if you are keeping keto.
Can I meal prep Pizza Quesadillas?
While this isn’t a recipe you want to make ahead of time, it is one that you can prep to make it even quicker! All of the fillings can be chopped, shredded, and prepared 1-3 days before eating. You could easily store these prepared ingredients in the fridge, then allow family to make their quesadillas whenever, however they choose!
I still wouldn’t recommend making the quesadilla before you’re ready to eat. You’ll lose the crispy, crunchy shell. If you LOVE this flavor and really want to take it with you, it may be best to turn it into a wrap.
Is this good dorm room food?
If you’re living in a dorm that doesn’t allow hot plates or a kitchenette, it can be difficult to find well-rounded meals you can cook! Luckily, quesadillas are possible just using a panini press or a waffle maker.
Tip: If using a press or waffle maker, don’t let your filling go all the way to the edges. They will most certainly spill out, so keep the fillings as close to the middle/inside as you can!
Would Quesadillas be considered Kid-Friendly Party Food?
Absolutely! One huge benefit of quesadillas is how flexible they are. You could create a “Build Your Own Quesadilla” bar where kids could top their tortilla with the toppings they prefer, then they wait until it’s their quesadilla’s turn on the skillet!
First, pick the right tortillas. If these are elementary-aged kids, smaller tortillas are probably best! You may want to provide gluten-free and/or low-carb tortillas for guests with dietary concerns, too.
Next, lay out sauces! While marinara is likely the most popular option, you can try others, too! Pesto sauce, alfredo, or even a roasted garlic parmesan sauce could be fun to provide some variety!
Finally, the fillings. Different meats like pepperoni, sausage, ham, chicken, and bacon are all super popular. Vegetables like mushrooms, peppers, spinach, or onions are great, too. While you might not think many kids would voluntarily add these, you’d be surprised what they’re willing to try when it’s not forced on them!
Depending on their age, you may not want to allow the kids to cook their quesadillas. To make things go quicker, you could have multiple skillets heated up on the oven ready to cook two at a time. A panini press or even a waffle maker can be used to cook them as well!
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Yield: 1
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
These Easy Pizza Quesadillas are loaded with pepperoni, mozzarella and Italian seasoning!
Ingredients
- 1 large tortilla, lightly buttered (low carb, regular or gluten free)
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 6-8 pepperoni slices
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Marinara for dipping (Rao's if keto)
Instructions
- Heat a skillet to medium heat.
- Add a buttered tortilla to the skillet. Top the tortilla with shredded cheese, pepperoni, Italian seasoning and garlic powder
- Cook the tortilla 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Fold one side of the tortilla over the filling and flip.
Remove from the skillet when both sides are golden brown. - Slice and serve with warm marinara for dipping.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 1Serving Size: 1 Quesadilla
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 369Total Fat: 29gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 1429mgCarbohydrates: 20.7gNet Carbohydrates: 5.2gFiber: 15.5gSugar: 0.4gProtein: 24g
