Description
Zesty One Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta is a mouthwatering blend of creamy cheese, savory taco spices, and perfectly cooked pasta—all made in a single pot for ultimate convenience. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings, delivering a fiesta of flavors with every bite. Enjoy its rich and comforting texture topped with fresh cilantro and sour cream for an extra burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz short pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 lb lean ground beef (or turkey/chicken)
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade blend)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add diced tomatoes and taco seasoning to the meat; stir to combine.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add pasta, stir, then cover and reduce heat to medium-low.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes until pasta is tender and most liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat; mix in cheddar cheese until melted. Serve topped with sour cream and fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg