THE BEST SHRIMP QUESADILLAS

A tasty mixture of spicy shrimp, sautéed onions & bell peppers, garlic, and melted cheese crisped in a tortilla. These quesadillas are simple and a delicious way to enjoy shrimp!

These amazing shrimp quesadillas are a must try. We’ve made them countless time and will continue to make them forever. They’re super quick and easy to make, packed with flavor and highlight shrimp in a festive and spicy way.

And this is so easy ,It’s all made in one pan in under 20 minutes tops !

Shrimp Quesadillas Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pound uncooked medium shrimp peeled and deveined
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup onion chopped
• 1/2 cup bell pepper chopped
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning or 1 tablespoon chili powder and 1/2 teaspoon EACH garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, paprika, ground cumin, salt, black pepper
• 1-2 cups melting cheese mozzarella, cheddar, Mexican blend or Monterey Jack
• 6-8 Medium flour tortillas

Instructions :

1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or pan. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the pan. Cook for 1 minute or until tender. 
2. Add the shrimp and taco seasoning and cook for another 1-2 minutes or until shrimp begins to turn pink.
3. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and rinse and whip down the pan with a paper towel. Return the pan to the heat and spray cooking spray or brush with about 1 teaspoon vegetable oil.
4. Place a tortilla in the pan and sprinkle cheese on one side of the tortilla. Spoon about 5-6 shrimp or enough to cover with another sprinkle of cheese. Fold tortilla in half. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden and crispy. Repeat for reaming tortillas. 
5. Serve with Sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Recipe Adapted : THE BEST SHRIMP QUESADILLAS @ gimmedelicious