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Stovetop~20 minComplexity

Pulled Pork Quesadilla

Each Pulled Pork Quesadilla contains 20g protein and 320 calories, hitting the sweet spot for moderate-calorie lunches that keep you full. Quick-preps 8 servings on the stovetop, ideal for extending your meal prep window and reducing daily cooking time.

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Ingredients

8 servings
  • Pork, Pulled, BBQ(360g)
  • Beans, Black, Canned, Drained
  • Yellow Onion
  • Green Chiles, Canned, Diced
  • Cilantro, Fresh(80g)
  • Cheddar Cheese(480g)
  • Flour Tortillas
  • Nonstick Spray (Canola Oil, Or Butter, For Grilling The Quesadillas)
  • BBQ Sauce

    Any BBQ sauce. Sweet Baby Ray's is a go-to. Check sugar content if cutting.

  • Greek Yogurt (Nonfat)

    Plain Greek yogurt — nonfat (0%) or low-fat (2%). Not regular yogurt.

  • Green Onion (Scallion)

Instructions

  1. 1Combine the pulled pork, black beans, diced onion, canned green chiles, and fresh cilantro in a large mixing bowl and stir until evenly mixed.
  2. 2Warm a large nonstick skillet over medium heat for 1–2 minutes, then lightly coat with nonstick spray or a thin brush of oil.
  3. 3Lay one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle 2 tablespoons of the shredded cheddar over half of it, then top with ½ cup of the pork mixture and another 2 tablespoons cheese. Fold the tortilla in half to form a half-moon, pressing gently.
  4. 4Cook the quesadilla over medium heat for 2–3 minutes until the bottom tortilla is golden brown and crispy, then carefully flip and cook the second side for another 2–3 minutes until golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
  5. 5Transfer the cooked quesadilla to a clean plate and repeat steps 3–4 with the remaining tortillas and filling, cooking two quesadillas side by side in the skillet if desired to speed up the batch process.
  6. 6Once all quesadillas are cooked, divide evenly into 4 airtight containers while still warm, placing 2 quesadillas per container for easy portioning throughout the week.
  7. 7Let each quesadilla rest 1–2 minutes before slicing into wedges.
  8. 8Serve with warm BBQ sauce drizzled over the top, a dollop of nonfat Greek yogurt, and fresh green onions as garnish.

Nutrition — Per Serving

320

calories

20g

protein

22g

fat

Carbohydrates
11g
Saturated fat
12.0g
Sodium
696 mg
Dietary fiber
0.8g

8 servings per batch · ~115g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein is in Pulled Pork Quesadilla per serving?

Each serving contains 20g of protein and 320 calories with 22g fat and 11g carbs. The higher fat content comes from the pork and cheese, creating a more calorie-dense meal.

How long does Pulled Pork Quesadilla take to prep?

This quick prep stovetop recipe yields 8 servings, so you're batching multiple quesadillas in one cooking session. Quick prep means you can have this meal ready without spending significant time in the kitchen.

Is Pulled Pork Quesadilla good for muscle gain?

At 20g protein per serving with 320 calories, this quesadilla works better as a secondary protein source or meal component rather than your primary muscle-building meal. The calorie-to-protein ratio is less optimal than leaner chicken or beef options for pure muscle gain phases.

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