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spicy tortellini in a skillet
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Spicy Tortellini

Tender pockets of cheese tortellini, coated with fiery/smoky spices and then tossed with spicy tomatoes! There's so much flavor and texture going on, and you need a handful of ingredients.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Diet Vegetarian
Keyword easy pasta dish, spicy, tortellini
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 487kcal

Ingredients

  • 20 ounces cheese tortellini
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes or more/less to taste
  • 10- ounce can Rotel tomatoes original or mild
  • Grated parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

  • Cook the tortellini according to the package directions, until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the smoked paprika and crushed red pepper flakes and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  • Add the tortellini and cook until well coated and starting to turn golden brown, stirring frequently.
  • Fold in the Rotel tomatoes and heat through. Top with parmesan cheese and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 487kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 631mg | Potassium: 154mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 477IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 225mg | Iron: 5mg