Skillet Enchilada Tortellini Recipe
Skillet Enchilada Tortellini is a quick and flavorful one-pan meal combining cheesy tortellini with seasoned ground beef, black beans, and enchilada sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, this comforting dish blends American and Mexican flavors for a satisfying weeknight dinner that’s easy to prepare and perfect for the whole family.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Mexican
Ingredients
Meat & Beans
- 1 pound ground beef
- 15 ounce canned black beans, drained and rinsed
Seasonings & Sauces
- 1 ounce packet taco seasoning
- 14.5 ounce beef broth
- 10 ounce enchilada sauce
Pasta & Cheese
- 19 ounce cheese tortellini (frozen or refrigerated)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (such as Colby Jack or cheddar)
Optional Garnishes
- Additional shredded cheese
- Sliced green onions
- Sour cream
- Salsa
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: Add ground beef to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, breaking apart the meat as it browns, until fully cooked through.
- Combine Ingredients: Drain excess grease from the beef, then stir in black beans, taco seasoning, beef broth, and enchilada sauce to the skillet mixture until well combined.
- Cook Tortellini: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Add the frozen tortellini and stir gently to coat with sauce. Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer for 3-5 minutes until the tortellini is cooked through.
- Add Cheese and Rest: Remove the skillet from heat, uncover, and stir in shredded cheese until melted into the sauce. Let the dish rest for a few minutes to allow the sauce to thicken.
- Serve and Garnish: Garnish with optional additional cheese, sliced green onions, sour cream, or your favorite toppings, then serve warm.
Notes
- Use frozen or refrigerated tortellini; dried tortellini has not been tested in this recipe.
- Black beans can be substituted with kidney beans if preferred.
- Colby Jack or cheddar cheese works best; pepper jack can be used for extra heat.
- Shredding your own cheese is recommended for better melting.
- Adjust spicy levels by choosing mild, medium, or hot enchilada sauce and taco seasoning.
- Add diced onions and peppers while browning beef or add corn when simmering to increase veggie content.
- Top with fresh tomatoes or your favorite garnishes like salsa or sour cream for extra flavor.
