Description
Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini is a mouthwatering fusion dish that combines the comforting textures of cheese tortellini with seasoned ground beef and rich enchilada sauce. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers, as it offers a unique twist on traditional pasta meals. Topped with melty mozzarella and cheddar cheese, along with a dollop of sour cream, this hearty dish is sure to become a favorite at your dinner table. In just 35 minutes, you can enjoy a satisfying meal that’s both easy to make and deliciously comforting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz cheese tortellini
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 10 oz can enchilada sauce (red or green)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup sour cream
- Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for about 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; cook for one minute to toast the spices.
- Mix in the enchilada sauce and let it simmer for five minutes before adding the cooked tortellini, tossing gently to coat.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese on top; cover with a lid and cook on low heat for 2-3 minutes until melted.
- Remove from heat and stir in sour cream; garnish with fresh cilantro before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican-Italian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg