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Best Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini

Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini is a bold, one-skillet fusion recipe that combines tender cheese tortellini with seasoned ground beef and creamy enchilada sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this comforting dinner delivers restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 510
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef 85/15
  • 1 9 oz package refrigerated cheese tortellini
  • 1 10 oz can red enchilada sauce
  • ½ cup cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro optional for garnish

Method
 

  1. Sauté diced onion in a large skillet until translucent.
  2. Add garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
  3. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
  4. Season with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  5. Drain excess grease from the skillet.
  6. Stir in enchilada sauce and bring to a simmer.
  7. Add cream cheese and stir until fully melted.
  8. Fold in cheese tortellini and cook until tender.
  9. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
  10. Cover and cook until cheese is melted.
  11. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.

Notes

Use softened cream cheese for a smooth sauce and avoid overcooking the tortellini to maintain the best texture.