Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini
If you’re in search of a delightful, comforting meal that comes together in no time, look no further than Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini. This dish marries the rich flavors of classic enchiladas with the ease and comfort of cheese-filled tortellini, making it a hit for busy weeknights or family gatherings. In just 35 minutes, you can serve up a creamy, cheesy dish that’s sure to impress everyone at the table. With customizable options for proteins and veggies, this recipe caters to all tastes while delivering a flavor-packed experience that will leave your taste buds dancing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 (9 oz) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 (10 oz) can red enchilada sauce
- ½ cup cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté onions until translucent (3–4 minutes), then add garlic for another 30 seconds.
- Stir in ground beef along with spices; cook until browned (5–7 minutes) and drain excess fat.
- Add red enchilada sauce and bring to a simmer.
- Incorporate cream cheese until melted and combined.
- Fold in the tortellini; cook on medium-low for 5–7 minutes until tender.
- Top with mozzarella cheese; cover and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg