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Cheesy Beef Enchiladas Tortellini Recipe

Cheesy Beef Enchiladas Tortellini Recipe


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4.9 from 11 reviews

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: ~30 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

Cheesy Beef Enchiladas Tortellini is a delightful fusion dish combining Tex-Mex and Italian flavors. This one-pan skillet meal features cheese-filled tortellini, seasoned ground beef, enchilada sauce, and gooey melted cheese for a quick and satisfying dinner.


Ingredients

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Ground Beef Enchiladas:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 9 to 20 oz cheese-filled tortellini

Enchilada Sauce:

  • 10 oz red or green enchilada sauce

Additional Ingredients:

  • Salsa, Rotel, or fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • Optional: corn and black beans
  • 1 to 1½ cups shredded cheese (Mexican blend, cheddar, Monterey Jack, or mozzarella)
  • ¼ to â…“ cup sour cream
  • Chopped cilantro or green onions for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook Tortellini: Cook tortellini according to package instructions.
  2. Prepare Beef Mixture: Brown ground beef with onion in a skillet, drain excess grease. Add garlic, spices, enchilada sauce, and salsa. Simmer.
  3. Combine: Stir in cooked tortellini, corn, and beans. Top with cheese and heat until melted.
  4. Final Touches: Stir in sour cream off-heat until creamy. Garnish with cilantro or green onions.

Notes

  • This one-pan recipe is ready in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy nights.
  • Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • Adjust spice levels by choosing different enchilada sauce or adding cayenne.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for 3-5 days and reheated with a splash of broth or milk.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course (One-Pan Skillet)
  • Method: Stovetop (with optional broil finish)
  • Cuisine: Fusion (Tex-Mex meets Italian)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: ~622 kcal
  • Sugar: 11 g
  • Sodium: 920 mg
  • Fat: 33 g
  • Saturated Fat: 14 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 51 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Protein: 33 g
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg