Description
Indulge in the delicious fusion of flavors with Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini, a quick and satisfying dish that marries Italian pasta with rich Mexican enchiladas. Perfect for busy weeknights or social gatherings, this one-pot wonder combines tender cheese tortellini with seasoned ground beef, enveloped in creamy enchilada sauce and finished with melty cheese. It’s a family-friendly meal that will delight both kids and adults alike. With minimal cleanup and easy preparation, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite in your dinner rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz cheese tortellini
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (10 oz) can enchilada sauce (red or green)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef; drain excess fat.
- Add onion and garlic; cook until softened.
- Stir in spices and toast for one minute.
- Pour in the enchilada sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Mix in the tortellini until coated with the sauce.
- Top with mozzarella and cheddar cheese; cover to melt.
- Stir in sour cream before serving; garnish with cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg