Cheesy Taco Pasta
Indulge in a bowl of cheesy taco pasta, where creamy goodness meets zesty taco flavors for a dish that is both comforting and satisfying. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this one-pot wonder is easy to make and customizable to suit your tastes. Enjoy the vibrant colors and bold flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced tomatoes with green chiles (undrained)
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mixed colors)
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté ground beef or turkey with diced onions and bell peppers until meat is browned and veggies are tender (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in taco seasoning and diced tomatoes; let simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Add cream cheese and chicken broth to the skillet, stirring until smooth.
- Combine cooked pasta with the meat mixture, adding shredded cheese until melted. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg