Description
Looking for a quick and satisfying dinner? This One Pot Taco Pasta Recipe delivers all the delicious flavors of tacos combined with the comforting texture of pasta—perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this cheesy delight that your whole family will love. With minimal cleanup, this one-pot wonder allows you to spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying your meal. Customize it by adding your favorite veggies or swapping out proteins to make it your own!
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 ¼ cups low sodium beef broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup tomato sauce
- 3 cups uncooked pasta (like macaroni)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sauté onion and red bell pepper for about 3 minutes until softened.
- Add ground beef, taco seasoning, garlic, and spices; cook until browned.
- Stir in broth, heavy cream, and tomato sauce; bring to a simmer.
- Mix in uncooked pasta; cover and simmer for about 10 minutes until al dente.
- Stir in cheddar cheese until melted; serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg