Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini Casserole for Weeknights
A quick Mexican-American skillet dish blending seasoned ground beef, zesty red enchilada sauce, and creamy cheese tortellini. Perfect for picky eaters and adults, this 30-minute recipe creates a cohesive, comforting casserole with bold flavors and soft cheese-filled pasta.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (90/10 or 80/20)
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15-ounce) can red enchilada sauce
- 1 (9-ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté diced onion until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Brown ground beef with onions and garlic.
- Stir in red enchilada sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions.
- Add cooked tortellini to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the mixture and cook until melted.
- Simmer under a lid for 2-3 minutes to thicken the sauce.
- Garnish with cilantro before serving if desired.
Notes
Use 90/10 ground beef to reduce fat if needed
Frozen tortellini requires 5-7 minutes additional cooking time
Store any unused store-bought enchilada sauce in the fridge for 5 days
For a cheesy finish, melt extra cheese in the microwave before adding to final dish
Frozen tortellini requires 5-7 minutes additional cooking time
Store any unused store-bought enchilada sauce in the fridge for 5 days
For a cheesy finish, melt extra cheese in the microwave before adding to final dish
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 2400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g
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