Best 2 Smoked Turkey Quesadillas Recipes

Indulge in the smoky, savory goodness of smoked turkey quesadillas, a delightful fusion of Mexican and American flavors. This culinary creation combines the smoky richness of smoked turkey, the gooey indulgence of melted cheese, and the crispy embrace of tortillas. Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or seeking a quick and easy weeknight meal, smoked turkey quesadillas promise a burst of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SMOKED TURKEY QUESADILLAS

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Here's a recipe that smokes! Add it to your 30-minute specials.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
4 oz (half of 8-oz package) regular cream cheese or reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchâtel), softened
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup julienne-cut oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles, drained
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese with jalapeño peppers or regular Monterey Jack cheese (4 oz)
1 package (11 oz) Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for burritos (8 tortillas; 8 inch)
8 slices (1 1/2 oz each) smoked turkey breast
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
4 ripe olive slices, if desired

Steps:

In medium bowl, mash avocado. Stir in cream cheese, cumin, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Stir in tomatoes and chiles.
Sprinkle 3/4 cup of the Monterey Jack cheese on 4 of the tortillas. Top each with turkey slice. Spread avocado mixture over turkey. Top with remaining turkey slices. Sprinkle with 3/4 cup of the Cheddar cheese. Top with remaining tortillas.
In 12-inch skillet, melt 1/2 tablespoon of the butter over medium heat. Add 1 quesadilla; cook 2 to 4 minutes, turning once, until golden brown. Repeat with remaining butter and quesadillas. Garnish with remaining Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses. Top each with olive slice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 840, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Fat 6, Fiber 4 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 25 g, ServingSize 1 Quesadilla, Sodium 2740 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 1 g

SMOKED TURKEY, APPLE AND CHEESE QUESADILLAS

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Provided by Victoria Abbott Riccardi

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

4 whole-wheat flour tortillas (8 inches across)
4 teaspoons prepared honey mustard
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack
4 ounces smoked turkey breast deli meat
1 Mcintosh apple, thinly sliced
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar

Steps:

1.Lay out tortillas and spread each with 1 teaspoon honey mustard. Place 1 tortilla, mustard side up, in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Top one half with 1/8 cup Monterey Jack cheese, 1 ounce turkey breast, 1/4 of the apple slices and 1/4 cup cheddar. Fold tortilla in half over ingredients and gently press. Cook 3 minutes. Flip and cook until both sides are golden and cheese is oozing slightly, about 2 minutes more. Remove quesadilla from skillet and slice into thirds. Repeat with remaining tortillas.

Tips:

Use a good quality smoked turkey for the best flavor. Look for one that is moist and has a smoky flavor.
Shred the smoked turkey finely so that it distributes evenly in the quesadilla.
Use a variety of cheeses to create a flavorful quesadilla. Some good options include cheddar, Monterey Jack, and queso Oaxaca.
Add other ingredients to your quesadilla to make it even more delicious. Some good options include bell peppers, onions, black beans, and corn.
Cook the quesadilla in a hot skillet until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the tortilla is golden brown.
Serve the quesadilla with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.

Conclusion:

Smoked turkey quesadillas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover smoked turkey. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a smoked turkey quesadilla that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a quick and tasty meal, give smoked turkey quesadillas a try. You won't be disappointed!