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Shrimp Quesadillas

These quesadillas are so easy to make and are packed with tender shrimp, Mexican spices and lots of cheese.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time15 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Servings: 4 Quesadillas
Calories: 430kcal
Author: Ashley Boyd

Ingredients

  • 1 pound uncooked medium shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup Pico de Gallo fresh or store bought
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon

    each garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, paprika, ground cumin, salt, black pepper

  • 1-2 cups Shredded cheddar, Mexican blend, or Monterey Jack
  • 4 burrito sized flour tortillas

Instructions

  • Rinse shrimp and pat dry. Season generously with chili powder, onion powder, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt and pepper. Set aside in bowl
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or pan. Add Pico de Gallo and cook for 1 minute or until tender.
  • Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for another 1-2 minutes or until shrimp begins to turn pink.
  • Transfer the mixture to a bowl and rinse and wipe down pan. Return the pan to the heat and spray cooking spray or coat with about 1 teaspoon vegetable oil.
  • Assemble quesadillas by sprinkling cheese on all of tortilla, leaving a little room around edge. Spoon enough shrimp mixture to cover one side of tortilla. Fold tortilla in half and transfer to heated skillet, cooking 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
  • Serve with guacamole, extra Pico, and sriracha or regular sour cream if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 430kcal