Description
Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini Skillet is a delightful, one-pan dish that combines tender cheese tortellini and savory ground beef in a rich, flavorful enchilada sauce. This vibrant meal bursts with cheesy goodness and can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. With minimal cleanup and endless customization options, this dish is sure to satisfy your cravings for hearty comfort food while impressing family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 12 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup red enchilada sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack blend)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, approximately 5 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in diced tomatoes (with juice) and enchilada sauce. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Gently add cheese tortellini to the skillet, adding water or broth as needed to cover them slightly. Cook according to package instructions, typically around 6 minutes.
- Once cooked, sprinkle shredded cheese on top and cover the skillet until melted, about 3 minutes.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes like cilantro or jalapeños.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 930mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg