Irresistibly Creamy Skillet Beef Stroganoff Tortellini Delight Recipe
This Irresistibly Creamy Skillet Beef Stroganoff Tortellini Delight combines tender ground beef, savory onions, and garlic with cheesy tortellini simmered in a rich, flavorful beef broth sauce enhanced by Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Finished with creamy sour cream and fresh parsley, this one-pan dish is a quick and comforting meal perfect for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Aromatics
- 1 lb Ground Beef (Use 80/20 for best flavor and moisture)
- 1 medium Yellow Onion (Substitute with shallots for mildness)
- 2 cloves Garlic (Fresh is best, but minced works too!)
Seasonings and Sauces
- 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce (Soy sauce is a good alternative)
- to taste Salt (Essential for seasoning)
- to taste Black Pepper (Essential for seasoning)
Liquids and Dairy
- 2 cups Beef Broth (Opt for low sodium or mushroom broth for a vegetarian version)
- 1 cup Sour Cream (Full-fat is ideal, or go plant-based for dairy-free)
Pasta and Oil
- 2 cups Refrigerated Cheese Tortellini (Frozen can also be used with added simmer time)
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil (Optional if the meat has enough fat)
Garnish
- 2 tbsp Chopped Parsley (Optional for serving)
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain any excess fat if desired for a leaner dish.
- Sauté onion and garlic: Add the diced yellow onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
- Add flavorings and broth: Stir in the Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce, then pour in the beef broth. Scrape the bottom of the skillet to incorporate any browned bits for extra flavor.
- Cook tortellini: Stir in the refrigerated cheese tortellini. Cover the skillet and let it simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini is cooked through and tender.
- Finish with sour cream: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the sour cream until the sauce is creamy and well mixed. Adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top if desired, and serve warm for a hearty and comforting meal.
Notes
- Using 80/20 ground beef provides the best balance of flavor and moisture for this dish.
- For a dairy-free or vegetarian version, substitute beef broth with mushroom broth and sour cream with a plant-based alternative.
- If using frozen tortellini, add a few extra minutes to the simmering time until fully cooked.
- Drain excess fat after browning the beef if a leaner option is preferred.
- Fresh parsley adds a bright, fresh contrast to the richness of the stroganoff.
- Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce are key to achieving the classic stroganoff flavor profile.
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