Best 4 Cheesy Ham Quesadillas Recipes

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Indulge in the culinary delight of cheesy ham quesadillas, a tantalizing combination of gooey melted cheese, savory ham, and crispy tortillas. This versatile dish offers a symphony of flavors and textures, making it a perfect appetizer, main course, or snack. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create these golden-brown quesadillas that are sure to satisfy your cravings. Discover the art of crafting the perfect quesadilla with our collection of recipes, featuring variations such as the classic cheese and ham quesadilla, a spicy jalapeño and ham quesadilla for those who love a kick, and a vegetarian-friendly black bean and corn quesadilla. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HAM, EGG, AND CHEESE QUESADILLAS



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A delightful alternative to breakfast burritos, these quesadillas are filled with flavor-packed protein. The crunchy crust makes for the perfect bite and package with the rich and creamy egg filling and flavorful ham bites. This is the perfect portable breakfast that will keep the kids full and energized to perform well all school-day long.

Provided by Smithfield

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Smithfield®

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 eggs
1 tablespoon water
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
6 (8 inch) whole wheat tortillas
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (8 ounce) package Smithfield® Cubed Ham

Steps:

  • Scramble eggs with water, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl until well blended. Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook eggs, stirring frequently, until scrambled to desired consistency.
  • Spread 1 teaspoon of butter over 1 tortilla and place butter-side down in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle 1/3 cup cheese over entire tortilla. Add 1/2 cup scrambled egg and 1/3 cup Smithfield® cubed ham to one side. Cook 3 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Fold the plain cheese side over the filled side and flip the quesadilla. Cook an additional 2 minutes or until golden and toasted. Cut into 2 or 3 pieces.
  • Repeat with remaining ingredients to make 5 more quesadillas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.7 calories, Carbohydrate 28.7 g, Cholesterol 317.7 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 27.7 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 1213.8 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

CHEESY QUESADILLAS



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We serve these quesadillas as chili dippers or load them up with salsa and sour cream for a super starter. -Terri Keeney, Greeley, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
1-1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
1/2 cup salsa

Steps:

  • Place the tortillas on a greased baking sheet. Combine the cheese and salsa; spread over half of each tortilla. Fold over. , Broil 4 in. from the heat for 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 406mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CHEESY HAM QUESADILLAS



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An easy snack or light lunch. For an added "kick" use pepper-jack cheese. Cheddar or Swiss cheese can also be used, or a combo.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Ham

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3/4 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
4 (8 inch) tortillas (flour, whole-wheat, spinach or tomato)
3 ounces deli ham, thinly sliced
2/3 cup tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons green onions (green tops-sliced)

Steps:

  • Sprinkle cheese onto one half of each tortilla. Top with ham, tomato and green onion tops. Fold each tortilla in half, pressing firmly together.
  • In a 10-inch skillet, cook quesadillas, two at a time, over medium heat for 4 minutes, or until lightly browned, turning once. Repeat with remaining quesadillas.
  • Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve.

HAM, APPLE AND CHEESE QUESADILLA



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30-minute weeknight dinner. It takes quesadillas from the appetizer table to an entree. The apple makes it kid-friendly.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Eight 6-inch whole wheat tortillas
Cooking spray or olive oil, for oiling tortillas
1 tablespoon spicy brown or Dijon mustard
1 cup shredded low-sodium Swiss (4 ounces)
4 ounces very thinly sliced low-sodium lean Black Forest or Virginia ham
1/2 small red onion, extra thinly sliced
Freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons no-sugar-added apple butter, plus more for topping, optional
2 small apples, cut into thin sticks (red and green)
Lemon juice and ground cinnamon for tossing

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F.
  • Spray 4 of the tortillas with cooking spray (or brush with olive oil). Lay the oiled tortillas on a large cutting board oiled-side down. Brush with the mustard and sprinkle with about half of the cheese. Top each evenly with a thin layer of ham, onions and some pepper, and then finish with the remaining cheese.
  • Brush the apple butter evenly on the remaining tortillas. Place one apple-butter tortilla on top of a ham-and-cheese tortilla (filling sides in), and firmly press the tortillas together to make a quesadilla.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Lay a quesadilla oiled-side down in the pan and cook until golden brown and the cheese starts to melt, about 2 minutes. Spray the top of the quesadilla with cooking spray, turn and cook until the other side browns and the cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes more. Transfer to a baking sheet and keep warm in the oven. Repeat with the remaining quesadillas.
  • Cut the quesadillas into 4 wedges and arrange on plates. Toss the apples with lemon and juice and cinnamon to taste. Serve with the apple slices.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality cheese: A good quality cheese will melt smoothly and evenly and will have a delicious flavor. Look for a cheese that is specifically designed for melting, such as a Mexican blend or a cheddar cheese.
  • Don't overcrowd the quesadilla: If you overload the quesadilla with fillings, it will be difficult to fold and cook evenly. Stick to a thin layer of cheese and ham, and add other fillings sparingly.
  • Cook the quesadilla over medium heat: If you cook the quesadilla over high heat, the outside will burn before the inside is cooked through. Cook the quesadilla over medium heat so that the cheese has time to melt and the ham has time to cook through.
  • Serve the quesadilla with your favorite toppings: Quesadillas can be served with a variety of toppings, such as sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or pico de gallo. Choose your favorite toppings and enjoy!

Conclusion:

Cheesy ham quesadillas are a quick and easy meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a weeknight dinner, a quick lunch, or a party appetizer. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that is sure to please everyone.

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