One Pot Taco Pasta
One Pot Taco Pasta is a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings the flavors of taco night into a creamy pasta experience. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe combines seasoned ground beef, zesty spices, and melty cheese all in one pot. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, it’s sure to become a go-to family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 oz medium shell pasta
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef (about 5-7 minutes). Break apart with a spatula.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; cook until softened (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in taco seasoning; cook for another minute.
- Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and uncooked pasta; stir well and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is tender.
- Remove from heat; stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg