This Costco Tortellini recipe is an easy and hearty skillet meal, which is made with cheese tortellini and cream cheese. It’s the perfect 30-minute meal, ready in about 30 minutes.
Jump to RecipeCostco Tortellini Recipe Ingredients
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 28oz. can petite diced tomatoes*
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp Freshly cracked pepper
- 4 oz. cream cheese
- 19 oz. frozen cheese tortellini**
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
How To Make Costco Tortellini
- Sauté the garlic: Mince the garlic and add it to a large skillet with the olive oil. Sauté over medium heat for about one minute, just until it becomes fragrant.
- Make the tomato sauce: Add the diced tomatoes (with their juices), basil, oregano, and pepper to the skillet. Stir and heat until the tomatoes are hot. Cut the cream cheese into chunks and add it to the hot sauce. Continue to cook and stir until the cream cheese melts completely, creating a smooth and creamy sauce.
- Cook the tortellini: While the sauce simmers, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the frozen tortellini and cook for about three minutes, or until they are all floating on the surface. Drain the tortellini in a colander.
- Combine and serve: While the tortellini drains, roughly chop the spinach and stir it into the hot sauce in the skillet until it wilts. Add the drained tortellini and the grated Parmesan to the skillet. Stir everything together, give it a taste, and adjust seasonings if needed. Serve hot.
Recipe Tips
- What kind of tomatoes are best? The recipe calls for petite diced tomatoes to keep the sauce from being too chunky. Fire-roasted diced tomatoes are also a great option for adding a smoky depth of flavor.
- Can I use a different kind of tortellini? Yes, this recipe is very flexible. You can use fresh or frozen tortellini with any kind of filling you prefer, such as spinach and ricotta or a meat filling.
- How to make the sauce extra smooth? To help the cream cheese melt evenly into the tomato sauce, use a whisk to break it up and incorporate it smoothly.
- Can I add meat to this dish? Absolutely. For a heartier meal, you can brown some Italian sausage in the skillet before you start the sauce, or top the finished dish with sliced grilled chicken or sautéed shrimp.
What To Serve With Tortellini Skillet
This one-pan meal is fantastic on its own, but pairs well with:
- Warm garlic bread for dipping
- A simple Caesar or garden salad
- Steamed or roasted broccoli
How To Store Tortellini Skillet
- Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The sauce may thicken slightly upon chilling.
- Freeze: Freezing is not highly recommended as the texture of the cream sauce and spinach can change upon thawing, but it can be frozen for up to 2 months.
Tortellini Skillet Nutrition Facts
- Serving: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 648kcal
- Carbohydrates: 77g
- Protein: 28g
- Fat: 27g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Yes. For a little kick of heat, add a pinch or two of crushed red pepper flakes to the tomato sauce along with the other dried herbs.
Of course. After stirring everything together in the skillet, you can top it with shredded mozzarella cheese and place it under the broiler for a few minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Using petite diced tomatoes helps prevent this. If you only have regular diced tomatoes and prefer a smoother sauce, you can use an immersion blender to briefly pulse the sauce before adding the cream cheese.
Try More Recipes:
- Costco Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe
- Costco Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe
- Costco Cilantro Lime Crema Recipe
Costco Tortellini Recipe
Course: DinnerDifficulty: Easy4
servings5
minutes25
minutes648
kcalA quick and easy one-skillet dinner featuring cheese tortellini and fresh spinach in a rich and creamy tomato sauce, ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 (28oz) can petite diced tomatoes
1/2 tsp each: dried basil & dried oregano
1/4 tsp black pepper
4 oz. cream cheese
19 oz. frozen cheese tortellini
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
Directions
- Sauté minced garlic in olive oil in a large skillet for one minute.
- Add diced tomatoes, basil, oregano, and pepper. Heat through.
- Stir in chunks of cream cheese until a smooth, creamy sauce forms.
- Meanwhile, cook tortellini according to package directions; drain.
- Stir chopped spinach into the hot sauce until it wilts.
- Add the drained tortellini and Parmesan cheese to the skillet.
- Stir everything to combine and serve hot.
Notes
- For the best flavor, use fire-roasted diced tomatoes.
- A whisk can be helpful to ensure the cream cheese melts smoothly into the sauce without lumps.
- This recipe is a great base. Feel free to add cooked Italian sausage or grilled chicken for extra protein.
- Taste the final dish before serving and adjust the salt and seasonings to your preference.
