Description
Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini is a mouthwatering fusion of comforting pasta and zesty Mexican flavors, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this delightful dish that combines tender cheese tortellini with ground beef and savory enchilada sauce. Topped with melted cheese and fresh cilantro, each bite is a satisfying blend of rich flavors and hearty textures that will please even the pickiest eaters. This one-pan wonder not only makes cleanup a breeze but also allows for easy ingredient swaps based on your pantry staples or dietary preferences. Get ready to serve up a cozy meal the whole family will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 15-ounce can red enchilada sauce
- 1 9-ounce package refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend (or cheddar)
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent (3-4 minutes), then add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned (6-8 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Pour in enchilada sauce and simmer on low while preparing tortellini.
- Boil salted water in a pot; cook tortellini according to package instructions. Drain well.
- Combine cooked tortellini with beef mixture in the skillet; stir gently to coat.
- Sprinkle cheese on top, cover, and let sit until melted (2-3 minutes).
- Serve garnished with fresh cilantro or parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg