Description
Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini is a mouthwatering fusion dish that perfectly marries the comforting texture of cheese tortellini with the savory flavors of seasoned ground beef and zesty enchilada sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a satisfying family meal, bringing together the best of Italian and Mexican cuisines in one delicious bowl. Topped with gooey melted cheese and a dollop of creamy sour cream, it’s a crowd-pleaser that caters to pasta lovers and Mexican food enthusiasts alike. With minimal prep time and cleanup, this one-pan wonder will quickly become a go-to recipe in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 9 oz cheese tortellini
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 (10 oz) can enchilada sauce (red or green)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until cooked through; drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and paprika; cook for another minute.
- Pour in enchilada sauce and simmer for 5 minutes. Add tortellini, mixing well.
- Top with mozzarella and cheddar cheeses; cover until melted (2-3 minutes).
- Stir in sour cream before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican-Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg