Cheesy Enchilada Beef Tortellini Skillet
A quick, delicious, and hearty one-pan meal combining enchiladas and cheesy tortellini, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 pound Ground Beef Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
- 20 oz Cheese Tortellini Fresh or frozen.
- 1.5 cups Shredded Cheddar-Jack Cheese Blend
- 1 can Red Enchilada Sauce (10 oz)
- 1 can Fire-Roasted Diced Tomatoes (14 oz, undrained)
- 2 cups Beef Broth
- 0.25 cup Sour Cream For creaminess.
- 1 small Yellow Onion (Finely diced)
- 2 tablespoons Minced Fresh Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing.
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Black Pepper
- to taste Fresh Chopped Cilantro (For garnish)
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and crumbled.
- Add the finely diced onion to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Cooking
- Sprinkle in the garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Add the minced fresh garlic and cook for about 1 minute, stirring, until aromatic.
- Pour in the beef broth, the entire can of fire-roasted diced tomatoes (with their juice), and the red enchilada sauce. Stir well to combine.
- Gently stir in the cheese tortellini. Bring the mixture to a simmer, cover, and cook for 7-10 minutes (stirring occasionally), until the tortellini are cooked and tender.
- Remove the lid and stir in the shredded cheddar-jack cheese, allowing it to melt into the sauce for a creamy finish.
- Turn off the heat and swirl in the sour cream to make the sauce extra rich and luscious.
- Sprinkle fresh chopped cilantro over the top and serve hot straight from the skillet.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet with a splash of beef broth or water to loosen the sauce. Use fresh tortellini for a tender texture, or add vegetables such as bell peppers or corn for enhanced flavor. This recipe can be made vegetarian by substituting ground beef with black beans or lentils and using vegetable broth.