Description

Looking for a weeknight dinner that hits all the right notes—cheesy, hearty, fast, and packed with flavor? This Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini is your new go-to. A brilliant fusion of Tex-Mex and Italian comfort food, it’s a bold, delicious mashup of tender cheese tortellini, seasoned ground beef, zesty red enchilada sauce, and melty cheese. It’s the perfect choice when you need easy dinner ideas, quick comfort food, or something that makes leftovers feel just as exciting. Whether you’re prepping for a busy night or feeding a crowd, this dish checks every box on your list of simple food ideas.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground beef
1 package (20 oz) cheese tortellini (refrigerated or thawed if frozen)
1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
1/2 cup beef broth
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella (optional)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional garnishes: chopped cilantro, green onions

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add ground beef and break it apart; cook until browned, about 6–8 minutes.
Season with cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Stir in enchilada sauce and beef broth. Let it simmer on medium heat for 5 minutes.
Add sour cream and mix until smooth and creamy.
Stir in tortellini and cover. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top and cover again until melted.
Garnish with cilantro or green onions. Serve hot!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes