Spiced Baked Ham Quesadilla Recipe

Name: Spiced Baked Ham Quesadilla
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup lean baked ham (Diced into about 1/4 in. cubes); ½ cup four-cheese Mexican blend cheese (Monterey Jack, sharp cheddar, etc.); 1 tablespoon green onion (Finely chopped); ⅛ teaspoon paprika; ⅛ teaspoon dried ancho chile powder; ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder; 2 (6 inch) flour tortillas; ½ tablespoon butter; ½ teaspoon olive oil (or less); sour cream; salsa; shredded lettuce; diced tomato

Servings: persons

½ cup lean baked ham (Diced into about 1/4 in. cubes)
½ cup four-cheese Mexican blend cheese (Monterey Jack, sharp cheddar, etc.)
1 tablespoon green onion (Finely chopped)
⅛ teaspoon paprika
⅛ teaspoon dried ancho chile powder
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
2 (6 inch) flour tortillas
½ tablespoon butter
½ teaspoon olive oil (or less)
sour cream
salsa
shredded lettuce
diced tomato

1
In a bowl, mix the diced ham, green onions, and spices until thoroughly combined.
2
Heat a large cast iron frying pan to medium-high heat, then add oil and butter (the oil maintains the high burning point so you don't easily burn your tortilla).
3
Heat the tortillas, flipping over about every 10 seconds until air bubbles form.
4
This should take under a minute for the 2 tortillas.
5
Turn the heat down to low.
6
Add the cheese and spiced ham mixture to one half of the tortilla and cover the frying pan.
7
After a little than less than a minute, the cheese should be melted.
8
If so, cover the ham/cheese mix with the other half of the tortilla.
9
The tortilla should be browned by now, if not flip over the quesadilla and brown to your taste.
10
Serve with side dishes if desired and enjoy!

308

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup lean baked ham (Diced into about 1/4 in. cubes), ½ cup four-cheese Mexican blend cheese (Monterey Jack, sharp cheddar, etc.), 1 tablespoon green onion (Finely chopped), ⅛ teaspoon paprika, and more.

Yes, Spiced Baked Ham Quesadilla falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spiced Baked Ham Quesadilla

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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