Beefy Enchilada Tortellini Recipe
This Beefy Enchilada Tortellini recipe combines the comforting flavors of classic enchiladas with tender cheese-filled tortellini for a quick and satisfying meal. Ground beef simmers with spices, enchilada sauce, salsa, and corn, then melds with melted cheese and creamy sour cream, all tossed with pasta for a hearty dish perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz cheese filled tortellini (refrigerated, frozen or dried)
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 1 cup onion (diced)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic salt
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- 10 oz enchilada sauce
- 1 cup salsa
- 15 oz canned corn (drained)
- 1½ cups Mexican 3 cheese blend (shredded)
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp freshly chopped cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Tortellini: Bring a large pot of water to boil and cook the cheese-filled tortellini following package instructions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
- Brown Beef and Onion: While tortellini cooks, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and diced onion, cooking until beef is browned and broken into crumbles and the onion is translucent. Drain excess fat.
- Simmer with Spices and Sauces: Return the skillet to the stovetop. Stir in chili powder, garlic salt, cumin, dried oregano, enchilada sauce, salsa, and drained corn. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing flavors to meld.
- Add Cheese and Sour Cream: Stir shredded Mexican cheese blend and sour cream into the beef mixture until the sauce becomes creamy and cheese is melted completely.
- Combine Tortellini: Add the cooked and drained tortellini to the skillet. Stir gently to coat the pasta fully with the cheesy, flavorful beef sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro over the top for a fresh herbal note. Serve warm and enjoy this hearty, flavorful dish.
Notes
- Using fresh or frozen tortellini works well; adjust cooking time accordingly.
- For a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne or use a hot salsa.
- Drain the beef grease thoroughly to keep the dish from becoming too oily.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- To make this dish vegetarian, substitute the beef with plant-based ground meat or beans.
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