What You’ll Love About This Recipe
This One-Pot Taco Pasta is a game-changer for busy weeknights, combining bold flavors with minimal cleanup. It’s quick, easy, and packed with everything you love about tacos and pasta in one dish.
- Effortless cooking: Everything cooks in a single pot, so you’ll spend less time washing dishes and more time enjoying your meal.
- Family-friendly: Kids and adults alike will love the cheesy, savory goodness of this crowd-pleasing dish.
- Customizable: Add your favorite taco toppings like avocado, sour cream, or extra cheese to make it your own.
Recipe
This One-Pot Taco Pasta combines the bold flavors of tacos with the comfort of pasta in a quick, easy-to-make dish. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s a crowd-pleaser that requires minimal cleanup.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey/chicken)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2 cups water
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
- 2 cups uncooked elbow pasta
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional toppings: sour cream, avocado, cilantro, jalapeños
Instructions:
- In a large pot or deep skillet, brown the ground beef with diced onion over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning, water, diced tomatoes, and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil.
- Add pasta, reduce heat to a simmer, and cover. Cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with cheese, and let it melt. Serve with desired toppings.
Notes:
- For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne or diced jalapeños while cooking.
- Substitute with gluten-free pasta if needed.
Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins | Serving: 6 | Calories: ~350 per serving | Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
This One-Pot Taco Pasta is a flavorful and satisfying dish. Here’s a breakdown of its nutritional content per serving:
| Nutrient | Amount per Serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 20 g |
| Carbohydrates | 55 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Saturated Fat | 5 g |
| Cholesterol | 35 mg |
| Sodium | 800 mg |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
What To Serve With It
Pairing this One-Pot Taco Pasta with the right sides can make it a complete meal that’s both filling and fun.
I love adding simple side dishes, like a crisp green salad with ranch dressing or roasted corn on the cob sprinkled with chili powder. Guacamole and tortilla chips are a must for scooping up extra flavor.
For drink pairings, I stick to chilled lemonade or iced tea to balance the spices, or if I’m feeling fancy, a lime soda with a splash of grenadine.
These combos keep the meal easy, delicious, and perfect for sharing with friends.
