Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini
Looking for a hearty, cheesy, and flavor-packed dinner that feels like a warm hug? This Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini combines the best of both worlds—Mexican-inspired enchilada flavors and Italian-style cheesy pasta. Tender tortellini is simmered in a rich beefy enchilada sauce, then topped with gooey mozzarella and baked until bubbly perfection. This dish is the ultimate comfort meal that works for busy weeknights, family dinners, or meal prep. If you’re searching for quick dinner ideas, easy recipes, or crave-worthy comfort food, this one-pan delight checks all the boxes.
Equipment
- Large oven-safe skillet
- Wooden spoon
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
- 20 oz cheese tortellini
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Optional toppings: sour cream, sliced jalapeños, avocado slices
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
- Pour in the enchilada sauce, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for 3–4 minutes.
- Add the cheese tortellini to the skillet, tossing to coat each piece in sauce. Cook until tortellini is tender.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over the top. Transfer skillet to the oven (or cover on stovetop) and bake until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and any optional toppings. Serve hot.
Notes
1. For extra flavor, mix a blend of cheddar and mozzarella on top instead of mozzarella alone. 2. If using frozen tortellini, increase cooking time by 3–5 minutes to ensure pasta is tender.
Nutrition
Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 32gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 980mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 25mg
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