Description
This Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini Skillet is the ultimate comfort food fusion! Made in just one pan, it combines tender cheese tortellini with savory ground beef, bold enchilada sauce, and plenty of melted cheese. It’s an easy, quick, and hearty dinner idea that brings Mexican flair to pasta night. Ideal for families and busy weeknights.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 (19 oz) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 (10 oz) can red enchilada sauce
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup diced onion
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp chili powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Sour cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and onion until beef is browned and cooked through. Drain excess grease.
Stir in garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
Add the enchilada sauce and 1/2 cup water. Stir to combine.
Stir in the uncooked tortellini and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 5–7 minutes, until tortellini is tender.
Sprinkle shredded cheeses on top, cover again and cook until cheese is melted (about 2 minutes).
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with sour cream if desired.
Notes
For added spice, use spicy enchilada sauce or toss in some jalapeños.
You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
Add black beans or corn for more texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican-American Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 980mg