Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini, a delightful fusion that brings together the best of Mexican and Italian cuisines. This one-pot meal combines ground beef, creamy cheese, and zesty enchilada sauce with tender tortellini, creating a rich and satisfying dish ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings. In just under 40 minutes, you can serve up a bowlful of cheesy goodness that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Enjoy this easy-to-make recipe that promises minimal cleanup and maximum flavor!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican-Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- 1 (10 oz) can red enchilada sauce
- ½ cup cream cheese
- 1 (9 oz) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onion until translucent (about 3–4 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in ground beef, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Pour in the enchilada sauce; let it simmer for a few minutes.
- Mix in cream cheese until melted and combined.
- Gently fold in cheese tortellini; cook for about 5–7 minutes until tender.
- Top with shredded mozzarella; cover to melt for another 2–3 minutes.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes like cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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