Description
Looking for a quick weeknight dinner that’s rich, cheesy, and full of bold flavor? Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini is the ultimate fusion comfort food—combining tender cheese-filled tortellini with savory beef, red enchilada sauce, and a creamy, cheesy finish. It’s ready in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for easy dinner ideas, food ideas for busy nights, or a satisfying twist on your usual pasta routine. Whether you’re into healthy-ish comfort meals or need a new go-to quick dinner idea, this one-skillet meal is a winner.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1 package (20 oz) refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 small yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (15 oz) red enchilada sauce
4 ounces cream cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream, for topping
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
2. Add diced onion to the beef and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
3. Pour in the red enchilada sauce and stir to combine. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
4. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in cream cheese. Cook until fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
5. Meanwhile, boil tortellini in a separate pot according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
6. Add cooked tortellini to the skillet and stir to coat evenly in the sauce.
7. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and stir gently until melted.
8. Serve hot, topped with sour cream and chopped cilantro.
Notes
Let cream cheese soften at room temperature before adding it for easier melting.
Add a splash of water or sauce when reheating to keep it creamy.
Swap in ground turkey or chicken to lighten up the dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: quick dinner, easy recipe, cheesy pasta, enchilada tortellini, one-skillet meal, comfort food