These sausage pizza quesadillas are a fun and delicious twist on traditional pizza, combining the flavors of sausage, cheese, and pizza sauce in a crispy tortilla. They make for an excellent choice for easy weeknight dinners and are sure to please both kids and adults alike.

This recipe is perfect for those looking for quick and satisfying junk food that can be prepared in no time. Enjoy these kid-friendly dinners that can be customized with your favorite toppings.

Quick and Tasty Sausage Pizza Quesadillas

These quesadillas are filled with savory sausage, melted cheese, and zesty pizza sauce, all sandwiched between crispy tortillas. The recipe takes about 20 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people, making it a great option for dinner meals.

Ingredients

• 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
• 1 cup pizza sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 4 large flour tortillas
• 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni (optional)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Chopped fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Cook the Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage until browned and cooked through, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain excess fat if necessary.
2. Add Sauce and Seasoning: Stir in the pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
3. Assemble Quesadillas: On one half of each tortilla, layer the sausage mixture, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni if using. Fold the tortillas in half to cover the filling.
4. Cook Quesadillas: In the same skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook each quesadilla for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
5. Serve: Remove from the skillet, cut into wedges, and garnish with fresh basil if desired. Serve with extra pizza sauce for dipping.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 4 quesadillas
• Calories: 350kcal
• Fat: 20g
• Protein: 18g
• Carbohydrates: 30g