Last Updated on September 25, 2025
Bring bold flavor to the table with this Loaded NY Strip Quesadilla! Juicy seared steak is tucked into golden tortillas with melty cheese, sweet corn, peppers, and onions for the ultimate smoky bite. Hearty, cheesy, and seriously crave-worthy, it’s comfort food turned up a notch!
Loaded NY Strip Steak Quesadilla
This Loaded NY Strip Quesadilla is a cheesy, smoky flavor bomb! Juicy seared steak is layered with sweet corn, peppers, onions, and melty cheese, all folded in a golden tortilla. Finished with smoky BBQ seasoning, it’s bold, hearty, and guaranteed to steal the spotlight at taco night—or any night!
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Servings: 3
Ingredients
- 1 NY strip steak (8–10 oz)
- 1 tbsp butter
- 3 springs thyme
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
- 1/2 cup sweet corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1/2 small onion sliced
- 1/2 bell pepper sliced (any color)
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 tbsp ButcherBox Sweet and Smoky BBQ Rub seasoning
- lime wedges, sour cream, salsa, hot sauce Optional
Instructions
Preparation:
- Rub steak with ButcherBox Sweet and Smoky BBQ Rub Seasoning on all sides.
- Thinly slice onion and bell pepper. If using canned or frozen corn, drain or thaw beforehand.
- Use any melty blend, cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican-style.
How to Cook:
- Heat a skillet over high heat.
- Add steak and sear for 30 seconds per side, then cook 2½ minutes more, flipping once.
- Add butter, thyme, and garlic. Baste steak for 1 minute.
- Rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
- In the same skillet, add oil if needed.
- Cook onions, bell peppers, and corn with 2 tsp of BBQ seasoning until softened and lightly charred (about 3 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat a clean skillet over medium.
- Lay 1 tortilla flat, sprinkle half the cheese on one side.
- Top with steak slices, sautéed veggies, and remaining cheese.
- Fold the tortilla in half and press gently.
- Cook the folded quesadilla for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and the cheese is melted. Repeat with the second quesadilla.
- Cut into wedges. Serve with lime wedges, sour cream, salsa, or hot sauce!
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Chef Jason Goldstein, aka Chef Jay, is a fun-loving, NYC-based chef. Known for his vibrant personality and quick, comforting recipes, Chef Jay combines bold flavors with a pinch of positivity to bring joy to every kitchen. From stress-free meals to creative culinary hacks, Chef Jay’s mission is to make cooking both happy and delicious!
