One-Pot Taco Pasta
One-Pot Taco Pasta is a quick and satisfying dish that brings the vibrant flavors of tacos to your dinner table in just one pot. Creamy pasta meets zesty taco seasoning, tender ground beef, and melted cheese, creating a comforting meal perfect for busy weeknights. With minimal cleanup and endless customization options, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef (or turkey)
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juices
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups chicken broth
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping bell peppers and onion, and mincing garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if necessary. Add chopped onion and bell peppers; sauté for about five minutes until tender.
- Stir in minced garlic and taco seasoning; cook for one minute until fragrant.
- Add diced tomatoes (with juices), chicken broth, and uncooked pasta into the pot. Mix well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 10 minutes or until pasta is al dente.
- Remove from heat; stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Serve warm with optional toppings like sour cream or avocado.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg