Easy One-Pan Beefy Tortellini Bake
When you’re craving a hearty and comforting dinner without spending hours in the kitchen, this Easy One-Pan Beefy Tortellini Bake comes to the rescue. It’s a rich and satisfying dish made with tender cheese-filled tortellini, seasoned ground beef, marinara sauce, and a blanket of gooey melted cheese.
The best part? It all comes together in one pan, which means fewer dishes and maximum flavor. This cheesy pasta bake is a hit with families, perfect for busy weeknights, and guaranteed to leave everyone asking for seconds.
⭐ Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 24 oz marinara sauce (your favorite brand)
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 20 oz refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish
📝 Instructions
- Cook beef: In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking into crumbles. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add aromatics: Stir in onion and garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant.
- Build sauce: Pour in marinara sauce and beef broth. Stir in Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add tortellini: Stir in the refrigerated tortellini, coating them well in the sauce.
- Top with cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over the top.
- Bake: Transfer skillet to a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) and bake for 20 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley or basil and serve hot.
🍴 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ready in under 45 minutes
- Uses only one pan for easy cleanup
- Cheesy, comforting, and family-friendly
- Perfect weeknight pasta bake
Easy One-Pan Beefy Tortellini Bake
Cheesy baked tortellini with seasoned ground beef and marinara sauce, cooked all in one pan for an easy and comforting dinner.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a skillet, cook ground beef in olive oil until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add onion and garlic, cook until softened.
- Stir in marinara sauce, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add cheese tortellini to skillet, stir to coat in sauce.
- Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with parsley or basil and serve hot.
Notes
For extra flavor, sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes before serving.
