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The Ultimate Crispy Garlic Butter Shrimp Quesadilla (Ready in 25 Minutes)

Two golden brown wedges of a perfectly cooked shrimp quesadilla, revealing seasoned shrimp and melted cheese inside.
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Make restaurant-style shrimp quesadillas at home quickly. This recipe features tender, seasoned shrimp and melty cheese sealed inside perfectly golden, crispy tortillas. It is ideal for a fast weeknight dinner or a satisfying lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 8 large flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or Mexican blend cheese
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted (for cooking tortillas)

Instructions

  1. Season the shrimp: In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cook the shrimp filling: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp and set aside.
  3. Sauté vegetables: Add the butter to the same skillet. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to combine. Remove from heat.
  4. Assemble the quesadillas: Lay out four tortillas. Sprinkle one-fourth of the cheese mixture over each tortilla, leaving a 1-inch border. Top the cheese with one-fourth of the shrimp and vegetable mixture. Place the remaining four tortillas on top of the filling.
  5. Cook until crispy: Brush the tops of the assembled quesadillas lightly with melted butter. Place one or two quesadillas in a clean, dry skillet over medium heat. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted and gooey.
  6. Slice and serve: Transfer the cooked quesadillas to a cutting board. Repeat with the remaining quesadillas. Slice each into wedges and serve immediately with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lime juice to the shrimp mixture after cooking.
  • If you prefer a spicier flavor, add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the shrimp seasoning.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed skillet to help achieve perfectly golden, crispy tortillas.

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