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Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini

Cheesy beef enchilada tortellini in a skillet topped with melted Mexican cheese and fresh cilantro

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This Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini combines the rich flavors of beef enchiladas with cheesy tortellini pasta for a bold, satisfying one-pot meal ready in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (85/15 recommended)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
  • 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles, drained
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 package (9 oz) refrigerated cheese tortellini
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend, freshly shredded
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking apart with a wooden spoon, until fully browned with no pink remaining, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat carefully and return pan to heat.
  2. Add diced onion to the skillet and cook until softened and translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Do not let garlic burn.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning, enchilada sauce, drained green chiles, and beef broth. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  4. Add refrigerated cheese tortellini directly to the simmering sauce. Stir to coat, cover with a lid, and cook for 7 to 9 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until tortellini is tender but still slightly firm. Do not overcook.
  5. Remove skillet from heat. Stir in shredded Mexican cheese and sour cream until fully melted and creamy. Add a splash of beef broth if the sauce is too thick.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning. Top with fresh chopped cilantro and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version – add a small drizzle of olive oil when browning to prevent dryness.
  • Always shred cheese fresh from a block for the best melt. Pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking agents that make sauces grainy.
  • For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne in Step 3 or use hot enchilada sauce.
  • Frozen tortellini works too – add directly from frozen and increase covered cook time by 2 to 3 minutes.

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