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A plate of easy mac and cheese quesadilla, cut into wedges, filled with gooey cheese and pasta, served with lettuce.

Mac and Cheese Quesadilla

This mac and cheese quesadilla is a comfort food mashup that’s crispy outside and creamy inside. It’s perfect for quick lunches, easy dinners, or shareable snacks that perform well on Pinterest thanks to its melty cheese pull and bold flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 460
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadillas
  • 2 cups prepared macaroni and cheese kept warm
  • 4 flour tortillas 8 inch
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 4 ounces diced green chiles drained
  • 1 cup cooked beef strips chopped into small pieces
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

  1. Prepare the macaroni and cheese according to package directions and set aside warm.
  2. Lay the tortillas flat on a clean surface. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of cheddar cheese over one half of each tortilla.
  3. Divide the macaroni and cheese evenly over the cheese layer on each tortilla.
  4. Spoon green chiles evenly over the macaroni and cheese.
  5. Scatter the chopped beef strips evenly over each tortilla.
  6. Top with the remaining cheddar cheese and fold each tortilla in half.
  7. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter.
  8. Place two folded quesadillas in the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
  9. Flip carefully and cook the second side for another 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese is fully melted.
  10. Transfer to a rack and repeat with remaining butter and quesadillas.
  11. Slice each quesadilla into wedges and serve warm.

Notes

Serve with fresh salsa, sour cream, or sliced avocado for added flavor and texture.