Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini Recipe
Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini is a delicious fusion dish combining the flavors of beef enchiladas with cheesy tortellini, creating a satisfying and flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta and Protein
- 9 oz cheese tortellini
- 1 lb ground beef
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Sauce and Cheese
- 1 (10 oz) can enchilada sauce (red or green)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup sour cream
Garnish
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Cook tortellini: Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Brown ground beef: Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking apart while cooking. Drain excess fat.
- Add onion and garlic: Add onion and garlic to beef. Cook 2-3 minutes until onion softens.
- Season the beef: Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast spices.
- Combine with sauce: Add enchilada sauce and simmer for 5 minutes to blend flavors. Add cooked tortellini and toss to coat.
- Add cheese: Top with mozzarella and cheddar. Cover and cook on low for 2-3 minutes until melted.
- Finish and serve: Remove from heat, stir in sour cream. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 585 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 133mg
Keywords: Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini, Enchilada Tortellini, Beef Enchilada Pasta, Mexican Pasta Recipe
