Description
Discover the ultimate comfort food with our Easy Taco Macaroni & Cheese Dinner. Combining creamy, cheesy goodness with bold taco flavors, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or a satisfying, inexpensive meal. A cheesy, meaty delight that comes together in just minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) of elbow macaroni or your favorite pasta
- 1 pound (450g) ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 packet of taco seasoning mix (or homemade taco seasoning)
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup of sour cream
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeños, chopped tomatoes
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground meat and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed. Stir in taco seasoning and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet with seasoned meat. Pour in sour cream, milk, and half of the shredded cheeses. Stir until cheeses melt and form a creamy sauce.
- Sprinkle remaining shredded cheese on top and cook until melted, about 2 minutes. Serve hot with optional toppings like cilantro, jalapeños, or chopped tomatoes.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the microwave or stovetop, adding a splash of milk to maintain creaminess.
- Can be baked as a casserole by transferring to a baking dish, topping with more cheese, and baking at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 65 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg