Southwest Tortellini Casserole

Turn up the heat on comfort food with this Southwest Tortellini Casserole, a bold and flavorful twist on traditional pasta bakes! Packed with tender, cheese-filled tortellini, zesty enchilada sauce, and a medley of Tex-Mex favorites like black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes with green chilies, this casserole delivers an irresistible fusion of creamy, spicy, and savory flavors. A topping of bubbly, golden Mexican cheese blend adds a perfect finishing touch, while spices like cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder tie everything together with a robust Southwest kick. Ready in just 40 minutes and perfect for feeding a hungry crowd, this easy-to-make dish is your new go-to for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and extra flavor, and watch as everyone comes back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 20 oz cheese tortellini
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 10 oz enchilada sauce
• 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and red bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.

Step 4

Add the black beans, frozen corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and enchilada sauce to the skillet. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Season the mixture with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and gently toss to coat them in the sauce.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly.

Step 8

Sprinkle the shredded Mexican cheese blend over the top of the casserole.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy your Southwest Tortellini Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2533.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4110.6

Total Fat 207.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 104.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 694.3mg	0%
Sodium 7291.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 368.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.0g	0%
Total Sugars 32.8g
Protein 216.0g	0%

Vitamin D 102.6IU	0%
Calcium 4351.7mg	0%
Iron 23.0mg	0%
Potassium 3097.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.5%

Protein: 20.5%

Carbs: 35.0%