Description
Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini is a mouthwatering fusion dish that combines the comforting essence of Italian tortellini with bold Mexican flavors. This hearty meal comes together in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With tender cheese tortellini enveloped in seasoned ground beef and smothered in creamy enchilada sauce, topped with melted mozzarella and cheddar, every bite is a delightful explosion of flavor. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served alongside crispy tortilla chips or a vibrant salad, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
- 9 oz cheese tortellini
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 10 oz can enchilada sauce (red or green)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Cook the cheese tortellini according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until onion softens.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper; cook for one minute.
- Pour in enchilada sauce and simmer for five minutes.
- Add cooked tortellini to the skillet and stir gently to coat with sauce.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheeses on top; cover and cook on low until melted (about 2–3 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in sour cream until smooth.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican-Italian fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added spice, mix in cayenne pepper or use pepper jack cheese. To make it vegetarian, replace ground beef with black beans or lentils. Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.