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large skillet of southwest tortellini covered in cheese

Southwest Tortellini Skillet

This Southwest Tortellini Skillet combines creamy chipotle sauce, tortellini and lots of cheese for a quick and easy meal loaded with flavor.

Course Dinner
Cuisine American, Tex Mex
Keyword Tortellini
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 1 24 oz package cheese tortellini refrigerated
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • ½ tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 10 oz can Rotel diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • ½ tsp chipotle chili pepper powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (your choice) cheddar, jack, colby, Mexican-blend, etc.

Optional Toppings:

  • fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • sliced red onion
  • avocado slices

Instructions

  1. Add water to a large pot and bring to a boil. Once boiling, add tortellini and cook according to package instructions (usually about 2-3 minutes). Once it's done, drain and let sit until your ready for it.

  2. While waiting for the water to boil for the tortellini, use a large skillet or pan to begin making the sauce. Turn heat to medium-low and add the butter and garlic. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, stirring often, until butter is fully melted.

  3. Next, add the diced tomatoes, heavy cream, chipotle chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, black beans and corn. Gently stir until everything is mixed well. Turn heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. After about 5 minutes, taste and add more salt and chili pepper powder to your liking.

  4. Add the tortellini and spinach and gently toss with the sauce. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly across the top and cover. Let sit for about 3-4 minutes so the cheese can melt.

  5. Enjoy as is, or with some fresh toppings like chopped cilantro, sliced red onions and avocado slices.

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