Description
Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini is an irresistible dish that marries the comforting flavors of traditional enchiladas with tender tortellini, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 (9 oz) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 (10 oz) can red enchilada sauce
- ½ cup cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onion for about 3–4 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Add ground beef to the skillet; season with salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin. Cook until browned and drain any excess fat.
- Pour in the red enchilada sauce and simmer to meld flavors.
- Stir in chunks of cream cheese until melted and combined.
- Gently fold in cheese tortellini and cook on medium-low for 5–7 minutes until heated through.
- Top with shredded mozzarella, cover, and cook for another 2–3 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg