Description
Taco Pasta (One Pot!) is a quick and flavorful dinner recipe that combines the bold flavors of tacos with comforting pasta in a single pot, perfect for busy weeknights. Easy to customize with toppings and ingredients, this pasta dish offers a delicious and convenient way to enjoy a family-friendly meal without the hassle of multiple pots and pans.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. ground beef (or turkey) – a key component of beef recipes easy
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade blend)
- 1 cup beef broth or water
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1 cup corn kernels (frozen or canned)
- 8 oz. pasta (penne, rotini, or shells)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional toppings: sour cream, sliced jalapenos, chopped cilantro
Instructions
- In a large skillet or pot, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant and translucent.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the taco seasoning until the beef is coated evenly. Pour in the beef broth and diced tomatoes, bringing everything to a simmer.
- Stir in the pasta and corn kernels. Cover the skillet and cook on low-medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the hot pasta, allowing it to melt into a gooey topping. Serve hot with optional toppings like sour cream or chopped cilantro.
Notes
- Use a deep enough pot or skillet to prevent splattering during cooking.
- Adjust spice levels by adding or reducing taco seasoning and optional toppings.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute with gluten-free pasta.
- Mix in diced bell peppers or zucchini for more vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg