Description
This Cheesy Taco Pasta combines tender pasta, seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and taco spices into one creamy, comforting skillet meal. A one-pot family favorite perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey for lighter option)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade mix)
- 2 cups pasta (elbow, rotini, or penne work well)
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies (10 oz)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup salsa (optional, for extra kick)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat your skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and onion, cooking until browned.
- Stir in garlic and taco seasoning, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Add pasta, diced tomatoes, and beef broth. Stir to combine.
- Cover and let simmer until pasta is cooked and liquid is mostly absorbed (about 12–15 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in sour cream and shredded cheese until creamy.
- Top with cilantro, extra cheese, or a spoonful of salsa before serving.
Notes
Use freshly grated cheese and don’t overcook the pasta. Add jalapeños, black beans, or corn for variety. Perfect as-is or transformed into a baked taco pasta casserole!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 65mg