This One-Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta is a quick and easy weeknight dinner. It’s packed with flavor and perfect for busy families.
Author:Mei Sprout
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:6 servings
Category:Main Course
Method:One-Pot
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
4 cups beef broth
12 ounces pasta, uncooked
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
Optional toppings: chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, hot sauce
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
Add the taco seasoning, chopped onion, and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, drained corn, and beef broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Add the uncooked pasta to the boiling liquid. Stir to make sure the pasta is submerged.
Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked through and most of the liquid has been absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
Stir in the sour cream until well combined.
Serve hot, with your favorite taco toppings.
Notes
You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the ground beef.
For a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a diced jalapeño with the onion.
If you don’t have beef broth, you can use chicken broth or water.