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I’ve loved quesadillas since I was a kid, and now I make them for my own! What’s not to love about cheesy, warm tortillas? These Sheet Pan Baked Loaded Quesadillas are the easiest way to get that crispy, cheesy goodness—without standing over multiple skillets.
Instead of cooking them one at a time, you make one giant, loaded sheet pan quesadilla, then slice and share. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for feeding the whole family.
If you’re looking for more inspiration, check out my best compilation of tasty crockpot recipes, these Slow Cooker Hawaiian Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches, or my favorite easy breakfast meal prep recipes.

🔍 Quick Look: Baked Quesadillas
- ⏰ Ready In: 30 minutes
- 🛒 Recipe Ingredients: Tortillas, protein, cheese, extras (see below)
- 🍽️ Servings: 4
- 👩🍳 Difficulty: Easy
- 📍Before You Make This: You need TWO sheet pans
Recipe Ingredients
Loaded Quesadillas really can be super customizable, so if there is something missing on this list that you think would be amazing, feel free to add it in!
- Burrito-sized tortillas (you could use normal size, but bigger is better!)
- Colby Jack and cheddar cheese, or any cheese you prefer
- Ground beef, or cooked shredded chicken or your favorite plant-based protein
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Why you’ll love this recipe…

If you love a crispy mexican style quesadilla, this is for you.
- Use up frozen chicken, ground beef or any other protein you got.
- One BIG quesadilla. Only two sheet pans and an oven needed.
- Fresh toppings for a perfect taste.
Serve this with an Doritos Taco Pasta Salad and maybe even a pineapple upside down cake to to have a nice cold treat with it!
Made With Love,
Recipe Video:
How to Make a Giant Sheet Pan Quesadilla
- Cook the Beef & Onions
In a large skillet, cook ground beef and onion until the beef is fully browned and onions are soft. Drain excess grease. - Add Seasoning & Veggies
Stir in taco seasoning and water; simmer for 2–3 minutes. Add beans, corn, and salsa, mixing until well combined. - Arrange the Tortillas
On a greased sheet pan, place 6 tortillas with about ⅓ of each hanging off the edges. Place 1 tortilla in the center to cover gaps. Adjust so no sheet pan shows through. - Fill & Top
Spread the beef mixture evenly over the tortillas. Top with shredded cheese and sliced green onion. - Fold & Seal
Place 1 tortilla in the center on top of the filling, then fold the overhanging tortillas in toward the center, creating a sealed “pocket.” - Press
Place a greased sheet pan on top to act as a press for the quesadilla.
My Pro Tip
Recipe Tip
The sheet pan on top is vital for even crispiness and cooking! Dont be afraid to press it slightly on top of the giant quesadilla.
- Bake & Crisp
Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes. Remove the top pan, then broil for 1–2 minutes until golden and crispy. - Serve
Slice into squares (like a casserole) and serve with your favorite toppings. Enjoy your giant quesadilla glory!
Quesadilla Toppings
I love Mexican food because it’s all about the toppings—extra cheese, guac, and all the fresh add-ons that take it to the next level. Try adding any of these to your quesadillas for even more flavor:
- Sour cream
- Shredded cheese
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes or cherry tomatoes
- Lime wedges
- Guacamole
- Sliced avocado
- Green onions or fresh cilantro
- Salsa
Sheet Pan Mexican Meals

Giant Sheet Pan Loaded Quesadilla
Equipment
- 2 sheet pans
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 diced white onion
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- ½ cup water
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can of corn, drained and rinsed
- ¼ cup salsa
- 8 large burrito-sized tortillas
- 1 ½ cups colby jack and cheddar cheese, or any type you prefer
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425℉.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and onion completely through and remove any excess grease.
- Add in taco seasoning and 1/2 cup water. Stir together and bring to a simmer for about 1-2 minutes.
- Add in black beans, corn, and salsa. Combine and remove the pan from heat.
- On a greased sheet pan, place 6 tortillas with about 1/3 of the tortilla hanging off the pan. Now place a tortilla in the center.
- Pour the cooked meat into the center of the tortillas and spread evenly. Top with cheese and green onion.
- Place a tortilla on top in the center, and fold over the first layer of tortillas to completely cover the top of the quesadilla.
- Spray the bottom side of the second sheet pan and place on top of the giant quesadilla with light pressure applied.
- Bake for 20 minutes, with the second pan on top. After 20 minutes, remove the top pan and broil for an additional 1 – 3 minutes until desired crispness is achieved.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.





Great and easy recipe can even be changed to fit other ingredients I mad this into a giant pizza puff for the family and they love both versions
I made this for dinner today and it was fantastic! I used refried beans and ground turkey. I didn’t have enough of one cheese, so I used a combination of cheddar, mozzarella and parmesan. I’ll be making it again!
Pleased everyone in the family and used up leftovers. Thank you!!
This was a big hit with my family! It was easy and delicious ! Husband requested this be repeated again ❤️
I made this recipe for my family and they absolutely loved it. Will definitely be making this again for a future dinner. Thank you Julia for this amazing dinner recipe!!
This is so easy and so delicious, it has quickly become a favorite in our house. Thanks for this one!
I went grocery shopping today and almost ordered something quick to eat for when we got home since I had also worked before grocery shopping and I was tired. This was the PERFECT recipe to throw together for a night when I am as drained as the juice in the black beans. LOL. This was delicious! Thank you!
We made this tonight and was very good! I made a queso (Velveeta and can of tomatoes with green Chiles) to dip the quesadillas in. Another great Julia recipe!