Description
Indulge in a creamy, cheesy delight with this Cheesy Pizza Tortellini One Pan Dinner. The tender tortellini, enveloped in a rich tomato sauce, bursts with flavors of Italian herbs and gooey mozzarella, creating a comforting dish that warms the soul.
Ingredients
- Tortellini: 12 oz cheese tortellini, fresh or frozen
- Tomato Sauce: 1 cup marinara sauce
- Cheese: 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Vegetables: 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced; 1/2 cup onion, diced; 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
- Seasonings: 1 tsp Italian seasoning; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; salt and pepper to taste
- Olive Oil: 2 tbsp for sautéing
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms; sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the tortellini and pour in the marinara sauce, mixing well.
- Cover the skillet and let it simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini is cooked through.
- Remove the lid, sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top, and cover again until the cheese is melted, about 3-5 minutes.
- Season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, warm in a skillet over low heat, adding a splash of water if needed.
- Substitute tortellini with any pasta of your choice for a different texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the dish
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 milligrams
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