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Savory BBQ Brisket Quesadillas Recipe Easy Melted Pepper Jack Delight

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A quick and easy recipe combining smoky slow-cooked brisket with melted Pepper Jack cheese in crispy flour tortillas, perfect for casual gatherings or a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked beef brisket, shredded (leftover smoked brisket works best)
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce (Sweet Baby Ray’s recommended)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch size; whole wheat optional)
  • 1½ cups Pepper Jack cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • Optional: fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Optional: jalapeño slices
  • Optional: sour cream or guacamole for serving

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups shredded cooked brisket with ½ cup BBQ sauce, finely chopped onion, and minced garlic. Mix well and set aside (about 5 minutes).
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon softened butter. Let it melt completely, coating the surface (about 2 minutes).
  3. Lay one flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Sprinkle about ⅓ cup shredded Pepper Jack cheese evenly over half the tortilla.
  4. Spoon ½ cup of the BBQ brisket mixture on top of the cheese, spreading it out but keeping it away from the edge.
  5. Add another ⅓ cup of cheese over the brisket to help the quesadilla stick together.
  6. Fold the tortilla in half, pressing gently to seal.
  7. Carefully transfer the folded quesadilla to the hot skillet. Cook for 3–4 minutes on one side until golden brown and crispy, then flip and cook the other side for another 3–4 minutes until cheese is melted and tortilla is crisp.
  8. Add remaining butter to the skillet and repeat the process with remaining quesadillas.
  9. Let cooked quesadillas rest on a cutting board for 2 minutes to prevent cheese from oozing.
  10. Cut each quesadilla into 3–4 wedges using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
  11. Serve immediately with optional fresh cilantro, jalapeño slices, and sour cream or guacamole.

Notes

Use room temperature butter and cheese for better melting. Don’t overload quesadillas to avoid tearing. Medium heat is key to avoid burning. Press gently with spatula while cooking for even browning. Leftovers reheat best in a skillet to maintain crispiness. For dairy-free, use vegan cheese alternatives; for gluten-free, use gluten-free tortillas.

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Keywords: BBQ brisket quesadillas, Pepper Jack cheese, easy quesadilla recipe, smoky brisket, comfort food, quick dinner, family meal

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