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Pizza Tortellini Skillet

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This pizza tortellini skillet combines ground beef, pepperoni, and cheese tortellini in a creamy sauce. All your favorite pizza flavors in one pan in 30 minutes.

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Clare Greco
Updated on Tue, 16 Sep 2025 14:36:13 GMT
Cheesy Pizza Tortellini One Pan Dinner
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Pizza Tortellini Skillet combines seasoned ground beef, mini pepperoni, frozen cheese tortellini, marinara, cream cheese, mozzarella, and cheddar in one oven-safe pan. Frozen tortellini goes straight into the smooth sauce, so there is no separate boiling pot.

The recipe makes 6 generous servings in 30 minutes, with 10 minutes of preparation and 20 minutes of cooking. Crisp the mini pepperoni for 2 to 3 minutes, cook garlic only after draining, and cover the tortellini for about 5 minutes.

Pizza Tortellini Skillet Ingredients

Ground beef, frozen cheese tortellini, marinara, cream cheese, garlic, mini pepperoni, two cheeses, and seasonings
Ground beef, frozen cheese tortellini, marinara, cream cheese, garlic, mini pepperoni, two cheeses, and seasonings | Recipes by Clare
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Use 1 pound ground beef, one 19-ounce package frozen cheese tortellini, one 24-ounce jar marinara sauce, 4 ounces cream cheese or ½ block, and 1 tablespoon minced garlic.

For the pizza topping, measure ⅓ cup mini pepperoni plus extra for the top, 1 cup shredded mozzarella, and ½ cup shredded cheddar. Season with ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon onion powder, and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning.

If you enjoy this recipe, you may also like Chicken Taco Mac Cheese.

How to Make Pizza Tortellini Skillet

Four stages showing beef seasoned, mini pepperoni and garlic cooked, creamy marinara and frozen tortellini simmered, and cheese melted
Four stages showing beef seasoned, mini pepperoni and garlic cooked, creamy marinara and frozen tortellini simmered, and cheese melted | Recipes by Clare
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  1. Brown ground beef over medium-high in a large oven-safe skillet. Add salt, pepper, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Add ⅓ cup mini pepperoni and cook with beef for 2 to 3 minutes, until crisping and releasing oil.
  3. Drain excess grease. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Add marinara and 4 ounces cream cheese. Stir and break up the cream cheese until completely smooth.
  5. Add frozen tortellini directly, coat in sauce, cover, and cook over medium-low about 5 minutes, until tender and hot.
  6. Top with mozzarella, cheddar, and extra pepperoni. Broil 2 to 3 minutes until bubbly, or cover on low until melted. Serve hot.

For food-safety guidance while cooking, use the USDA safe minimum temperature chart.

Season the Beef as It Browns

Crisp Mini Pepperoni for Two to Three Minutes

Cook Garlic After Draining

Make the Marinara Creamy

Cover Frozen Tortellini About Five Minutes

Finish With Two Cheeses and Pepperoni

Creamy pizza tortellini skillet topped with melted cheese and mini pepperoni
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Serve Six Portions Hot

Storage and Gentle Reheating

Avoid Broken Tortellini or Greasy Sauce

Conclusion

Brown seasoned beef, crisp ⅓ cup mini pepperoni for 2 to 3 minutes, drain, and cook garlic 30 seconds. Stir marinara and 4 ounces cream cheese completely smooth, add frozen tortellini, and cover about 5 minutes. Top with mozzarella, cheddar, and extra pepperoni; melt by broiler or low heat.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Should I thaw or boil the tortellini first?

No. Add the 19 ounces frozen tortellini directly to the sauce.

→ How much cream cheese is used?

Use 4 ounces, which is half of a standard block.

→ What if my skillet is not oven-safe?

Cover it over low heat until the mozzarella and cheddar melt instead of broiling.

→ How many servings does the recipe make?

It makes 6 generous servings in about 30 minutes.

4.60 from 84 votes

Pizza Tortellini Skillet

Preparation Time:
10 Minutes
Cook Time:
20 Minutes
Total Cooking Time:
30 Minutes
Number of Servings:
6
Cheesy Pizza Tortellini One Pan Dinner
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Ground beef, pepperoni, and cheese tortellini in creamy marinara sauce. All the pizza flavors you love in one easy pan.

Ingredients You'll Need

  • Main Ingredients

  • Pizza Toppings

  • Seasonings

How to Make It

1.

1. Brown the Beef: In a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks. Season with salt, pepper, onion powder, and Italian seasoning while the meat is cooking.

2.

2. Add Pepperoni: Add about ⅓ cup of mini pepperoni to the skillet with the beef. Let them cook together for 2-3 minutes until the pepperoni starts to get crispy and releases its oils for extra flavor.

3.

3. Drain and Add Aromatics: Drain any excess grease from the pan, then add the minced garlic. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let the garlic burn.

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4. Create Creamy Sauce: Add the marinara sauce and cream cheese to the skillet. Stir well, breaking up the cream cheese and mixing it in completely until you have a smooth, creamy sauce.

5.

5. Cook the Tortellini: Add the frozen tortellini directly to the skillet and stir to coat with the sauce. Cover and cook on medium-low heat for about 5 minutes, or until the tortellini are heated through and tender.

6.

6. Add Cheese and Finish: Top with the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese, plus extra pepperoni. Either broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes until bubbly, or cover and let sit on low heat until the cheese melts completely. Serve hot.

Extra Information

  1. Use frozen tortellini directly from the freezer - no need to thaw or pre-cook them
  2. The cream cheese creates a rich, creamy sauce that binds everything together
  3. Mini pepperoni work best as they distribute more evenly throughout the dish
  4. If your skillet isn't oven-safe, just cover and let the cheese melt on the stovetop over low heat

Essential Tools

  • Large oven-safe skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Can opener

Allergy Warnings

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains dairy
  • Contains gluten

Nutrition Details (Per Portion)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 455
  • Total Fat: 24 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 34 g
  • Protein: 30 g