Meat Lovers Pizza Tortellini Recipe
This Meat Lovers Pizza Tortellini is a hearty and satisfying dish combining cheesy tortellini with a savory blend of Italian sausage, ground beef, pepperoni, and pizza sauce. Perfect for pizza and pasta lovers looking for a flavorful, one-pan meal that’s easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 12 ounces tortellini pasta
Meat
- ½ pound Italian ground sausage
- 1 pound ground beef
- Sliced pepperoni (amount to preference, approx. 20 slices)
Vegetables and Aromatics
- ½ medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
Dairy
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese
Other
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 24 ounces pizza sauce
Instructions
- Boil Tortellini: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 ounces of tortellini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
- Sauté Onions: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ½ diced yellow onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook Meat: Add 1 pound ground beef and ½ pound Italian ground sausage to the skillet. Break the meat apart with a spoon and cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.
- Add Garlic: Stir in 1 tablespoon minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Season: Sprinkle 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning over the meat mixture and stir to combine evenly.
- Drain Excess Grease: Carefully drain any excess grease from the skillet, then return the skillet to the heat.
- Add Sauce and Pasta: Pour in 24 ounces of pizza sauce and add the cooked tortellini. Stir everything thoroughly to combine, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Top and Steam Cheese: Sprinkle 2 cups mozzarella cheese evenly over the top along with the sliced pepperoni. Cover the skillet with a lid, turn off the heat, and let the residual steam melt the cheese for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve: Once cheese is melted and bubbly, serve hot and enjoy your indulgent Meat Lovers Pizza Tortellini.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of pepperoni based on your preference for meatiness.
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes with the Italian seasoning.
- Use fresh mozzarella for a creamier melt, though shredded works fine.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave.
- For a lighter version, use lean ground turkey or chicken instead of beef and sausage.
Keywords: tortellini, meat lovers pizza, sausage, ground beef, pepperoni, mozzarella, Italian, one pan meal, pizza pasta
