Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini Skillet
This Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini Skillet is a quick, one-pan meal featuring savory ground beef seasoned with enchilada spices, tender cheese-filled tortellini, and a melted cheese blend. Perfect for busy weeknights, it delivers hearty, comforting flavors with minimal fuss.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Can be made gluten-free with gluten-free tortellini
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 9 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
- 1 cup enchilada sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese blend (cheddar and Monterey Jack)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Seasonings
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnishes
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Sliced green onions
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Add ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic. Cook, breaking up the meat, until beef is browned and onions are translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Seasonings and Sauce: Sprinkle cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper over the beef mixture. Stir well to coat, then pour in the enchilada sauce and stir to combine.
- Incorporate the Tortellini: Add cheese tortellini directly to the skillet. Pour in ½ cup water or broth to help cook the pasta. Cover and simmer for 7-10 minutes until tortellini is tender.
- Add Cheese and Melt: Sprinkle shredded cheese over the skillet, cover again, and let it melt for 2-3 minutes, forming a creamy, cheesy top layer.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove skillet from heat. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro if desired. Serve warm straight from the pan.
Notes
- Use fresh or refrigerated tortellini for the best texture and faster cooking time.
- Avoid overcooking pasta to keep tortellini al dente and not mushy.
- Choose quality cheese blends for richer flavor and better melt.
- Deglaze the pan with broth after browning beef to capture all flavorful bits.
- Taste and adjust seasoning last for balanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: cheesy beef skillet, enchilada tortellini, one-pan dinner, comfort food, quick skillet meal