The Ultimate Blackened Shrimp Quesadillas

The Ultimate Blackened Shrimp Quesadillas

The ULTIMATE Shrimp Quesadilla - made with blackened shrimp, monterey jack cheese, crispy bacon, and corn salsa. Add all your favorite toppings and drizzle it with our creamy chipotle sauce for extra delicious flavor!

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Prep Time: 30

Cook Time: 6

Servings:

Calories: 422kcal

Author: Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

3 large flour tortillas burrito size
1 pound shrimp raw, peeled & deveined. Tails removed.
1 batch blackened seasoning
3 cups monterey jack cheese shredded
3/4 cup corn salsa
1/2 cup bacon cooked, chopped
guacamole, pico de gallo, and sour cream for serving

Instructions

Combine shrimp in a mixing bowl with 1 batch of blackened seasoning. Mix to coat.
Heat 1-2 Tablespoons oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-4 minutes on each side, until shrimp is fully cooked and opaque.
Remove shrimp from skillet and chop coarsely. Set aside.
In a separate large skillet, heat 1 Tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add a large tortilla and layer shredded cheese, shrimp, corn salsa, and chopped bacon on one half of the tortilla.
Fold the tortilla over onto itself and cook for 2-4 minutes, or until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
Gently flip the quesadilla, adding more oil to the skillet if needed. Cook for an additional 2-4 minutes or both sides are golden brown and crispy.

Notes

Storing & Reheating:

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the air fryer, oven, or skillet until cheese is melted and quesadilla is heated through.

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