Description
This hearty Beef Enchilada Tortellini is a flavorful fusion dish combining classic Mexican enchilada flavors with tender cheese tortellini. Ground beef simmers in a spicy blend of enchilada sauce, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and taco seasoning, then combines with cheese tortellini to create a comforting and cheesy one-pan meal. Topped with melted Mexican cheese blend and fresh cilantro, it’s perfect for a quick dinner that delivers bold tastes with minimal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Seasoning
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
Sauce and Vegetables
- 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Pasta and Cheese
- 3 cups cheese tortellini, uncooked
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1/2 cup water
Optional Toppings
- Sour cream
- Sliced jalapeños
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Make sure to break the meat apart as it cooks. Once browned, drain any excess fat to keep the dish from becoming greasy.
- Add Seasonings and Sauces: Stir into the skillet the taco seasoning mix, red enchilada sauce, and undrained diced tomatoes with green chilies. Mix everything well so the beef is fully coated with the flavorful sauce combination.
- Combine Tortellini: Add the uncooked cheese tortellini and 1/2 cup of water to the skillet. Stir gently to evenly distribute the tortellini within the saucy beef mixture.
- Simmer to Cook Tortellini: Bring the skillet mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook on medium-low heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini is tender and cooked through.
- Add Cheese Topping: Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the shredded Mexican cheese blend evenly over the top of the mixture.
- Melt the Cheese: Cover the skillet again and let it sit, off the heat, for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese melts and becomes gooey.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the top. Add optional toppings such as sour cream, sliced jalapeños, and chopped green onions as desired before serving. Enjoy your flavorful and cheesy beef enchilada tortellini!
Notes
- Use fresh cilantro for the best flavor in garnish.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add extra jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- Tortellini cooks quickly, so keep an eye on the texture to avoid overcooking.
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- This recipe works well for meal prep; store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate up to 3 days.
