Crispy, Cheesy, and Ready in 15 Minutes!
Transform classic pizza flavors into irresistible quesadillas with melty mozzarella, spicy pepperoni, and sautéed veggies – perfect for busy weeknights or game day snacks!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
🍕 Pizza meets quesadilla – Best of both worlds
⏱ Faster than delivery – Ready in 15 minutes
🧀 Ultra-crispy – Golden tortilla with gooey center
👨👩👧👦 Kid-approved – Customizable fillings
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient | Prep Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tsp | Olive oil/butter | For sautéing |
| ¼ cup | Onions | Finely diced |
| ¼-½ cup | Bell peppers | Mixed colors |
| ½ tsp | Italian seasoning | Or pizza seasoning |
| ½ tsp | Dried basil | Rub between fingers |
| – | Salt & pepper | To taste |
| 8 | 8″ tortillas | Flour or whole wheat |
| ½-1 cup | Marinara sauce | Jarred or homemade |
| 1 cup | Mozzarella | Freshly grated |
| 4-6 oz | Pepperoni | Regular or mini |
Optional Upgrades:
- Sliced mushrooms
- Black olives
- Crushed red pepper flakes
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Sauté the Veggies
- Heat oil in skillet over medium-high
- Add onions, peppers, seasonings
- Cook 3-4 mins until softened
2. Build the Quesadillas
- Spread 1-2 tbsp sauce on each tortilla
- Layer:
- Cooked veggies
- Pepperoni slices
- Generous cheese
- Top with second tortilla
3. Crisp to Perfection
- Heat same skillet to medium
- Cook each quesadilla 2-3 mins per side
- Press lightly with spatula
- Flip when golden brown
4. Serve & Enjoy
- Cut into wedges
- Serve with extra marinara for dipping
Pro Tips
For Maximum Crispiness
✔ Use dry skillet (no extra oil needed)
✔ Don’t overcrowd – cook one at a time
✔ Let rest 1 minute before cutting
Ingredient Swaps
🌱 Vegetarian: Swap pepperoni for artichokes
🧀 Cheese Lover’s: Add Parmesan
🌶 Spicy: Use jalapeño-infused tortillas
Make-Ahead & Storage
Prep Ahead:
- Chop veggies (store 3 days)
- Grate cheese (store 5 days)
Leftovers:
- Fridge: 3 days
- Reheat in air fryer (3 mins at 375°F)
Serving Ideas
Game Day:
- Cut into small squares for appetizers
Kids’ Lunch:
- Pack with marinara cups
Dinner Upgrade:
- Serve with Caesar salad
Troubleshooting
Issue | Solution
Soggy tortillas | Use less sauce, higher heat
Cheese not melting | Cover skillet briefly
Filling spills out | Don’t overstuff
Final Chef’s Secret: For extra flavor, brush tortilla edges with garlic butter before cooking!
These pizza quesadillas deliver all your favorite flavors in a fun, handheld package. The combination of crispy tortilla, stretchy cheese, and zesty pepperoni will make this your new go-to quick meal.
Tag your creations #PizzaQuesadillas! 🍕🔥
