Description
Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini is a delicious fusion of Italian and Mexican flavors, making it the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. Ready in just 30 minutes, this hearty dish combines tender cheese tortellini with savory ground beef and zesty enchilada sauce, topped with melted cheese for a creamy finish. It’s a meal that pleases everyone—from kids to adults—making it a perfect family dinner option. Simply throw it all together in one pot, and enjoy a delightful blend of cheesy goodness and bold flavors that will leave your taste buds craving more.
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
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onion in olive oil until translucent (about 3-4 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned (6-8 minutes) and drain excess fat.
- Stir in enchilada sauce and reduce heat to low to simmer.
- Meanwhile, boil salted water in a separate pot and cook tortellini according to package instructions; drain well.
- Combine cooked tortellini with the beef mixture in the skillet and stir gently.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top; cover to melt for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh cilantro or parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican/Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg