Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini, a delightful dish that effortlessly combines the flavors of classic enchiladas with the tender texture of cheese tortellini. Perfect for busy weeknights or family get-togethers, this recipe takes just 35 minutes to prepare and is guaranteed to satisfy even the pickiest eaters at your table. With creamy cheese, savory beef, and zesty enchilada sauce, every bite feels like a cozy hug. Plus, it’s customizable—add veggies or switch up the protein to make it your own!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 9 oz refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 10 oz red enchilada sauce
- ½ cup cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté diced onion in a large skillet over medium heat until translucent, about 3–4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Brown ground beef in the skillet with salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in the red enchilada sauce and bring to a simmer for rich flavor.
- Mix in cream cheese until melted and fully combined.
- Gently fold in cheese tortellini; cook on medium-low heat for about 5–7 minutes until tender.
- Top with shredded mozzarella; cover and cook for another 2–3 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 80mg