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Beef enchilada tortellini in a white bowl with melted cheese and cilantro
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Beef Enchilada Tortellini

Course Dinner
Cuisine American, Mexican
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 520kcal

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 package cheese tortellini 20 oz, refrigerated or frozen
  • 1 can red enchilada sauce 15 oz
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz, drained
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend divided
  • 1 small yellow onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste

For Serving

  • sour cream
  • fresh cilantro chopped
  • sliced green onions
  • lime wedges

Instructions

  • Cook the tortellini according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the ground beef and garlic. Cook until the beef is browned and no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks, about 6-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
  • Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in the enchilada sauce and diced tomatoes. Stir to combine and let simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and toss gently to coat in the sauce. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese over the top.
  • Cover with a lid and let the cheese melt for 2-3 minutes, or transfer to a 375°F oven for 5 minutes until bubbly.
  • Top with remaining cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, green onions, and a squeeze of lime. Serve immediately.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of water or extra enchilada sauce to keep it saucy.
You can use frozen tortellini — just add a couple extra minutes to the cooking time.
For extra heat, add a diced jalapeño with the onion or a dash of cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix.

Nutrition

Calories: 520kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Sodium: 980mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g