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Golden brown chipotle steak quesadillas filled with melted cheese, peppers, and onions on a wooden board.
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Chipotle Steak Quesadillas (Philly Cheesesteak Style)

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 680kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ribeye steak, very thinly sliced against the grain
  • 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo, finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 8 large flour tortillas
  • 1.5 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Provolone cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  • Add the sliced onions and green peppers to the skillet and sauté for 6 to 8 minutes until softened and edges are browned.
  • Incorporate the minced garlic and cook for 60 seconds until fragrant, then remove the vegetable mixture from the pan and set aside.
  • Increase heat to high, add the steak slices in a single layer, and season with salt, pepper, and the minced chipotle peppers.
  • Sear the steak for 3 to 4 minutes until fully browned and slightly crisp on the edges, then return the vegetables to the pan to incorporate.
  • Wipe the skillet clean and reduce heat to medium. Melt a small portion of butter in the pan.
  • Place one flour tortilla in the skillet and distribute a layer of the cheese blend over the entire surface.
  • Spread a portion of the steak and vegetable mixture over one half of the tortilla.
  • Fold the tortilla in half and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until the exterior is golden brown and the cheese is completely emulsified.
  • Repeat the process for the remaining tortillas and slice into wedges before serving.