Crispy Folded Pizza Sandwich (Pizza Quesadilla Style)
This crispy folded pizza sandwich is a fun, easy mash-up between a pizza and a quesadilla—featuring golden, pan-toasted tortillas stuffed with gooey cheese, sauce, and your favorite toppings.
- Author: Mariem
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
- 2 large flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni or other toppings (optional)
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (for pan)
- Lay tortillas flat and spread pizza sauce over half of each tortilla.
- Top the sauced side with mozzarella cheese and desired toppings (pepperoni, mushrooms, etc.).
- Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and Parmesan if using.
- Fold each tortilla in half to form a half-moon shape.
- Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Place folded tortillas in the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy, and cheese is melted inside.
- Remove from skillet, let cool slightly, then slice and serve warm with extra sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas if desired.
- Great for using up leftover pizza toppings or roasted veggies.
- Customize with different cheeses like provolone or cheddar.
- Serve with marinara or ranch for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: pizza sandwich, folded pizza, pizza quesadilla, crispy tortilla pizza, easy snack