Applebee-s Quesadilla Burger Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.
• STEP 2.Season the ground beef with salt and pepper, then shape it into patties.
• STEP 3.Grill the patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
• STEP 4.While the patties are cooking, heat a separate skillet over medium heat and add a tortilla.
• STEP 5.Sprinkle half of the tortilla with shredded cheddar cheese, then top with cooked bacon and pico de gallo.
• STEP 6.Fold the tortilla in half and press down gently with a spatula to seal the filling.
• STEP 7.Cook the quesadilla for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is crispy.
• STEP 8.Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling ingredients.
• STEP 9.Once the patties and quesadillas are cooked, assemble the burgers by placing a patty between two quesadillas.
• STEP 10.Serve the Quesadilla Burgers with additional pico de gallo and your favorite condiments.
• STEP 11.Enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• You can customize the toppings to your liking by adding guacamole, sour cream, or jalapenos.
• Make sure to press down gently on the quesadilla while cooking to ensure the filling stays inside.
• If you don't have a grill, you can cook the patties on a stovetop skillet or broil them in the oven.
• For a vegetarian version, you can substitute the beef patty with a black bean or veggie patty.

Storage and Serving

• These Quesadilla Burgers are best served immediately while the tortillas are still crispy.
• If you have leftovers, you can store the cooked patties and quesadillas separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, simply warm the patties and quesadillas in a skillet over medium heat until heated through.
• Serve with a side of fries or a fresh salad for a complete meal.