Description
This One Pot Beef Taco Pasta Skillet is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish combining seasoned ground beef, pasta, and cheesy goodness in a single pan. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it blends savory taco spices with comforting pasta for a satisfying meal the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 2 tbsp homemade taco seasoning
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 1/4 cups uncooked pasta shells
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Brown the beef, onion, and garlic: In a large skillet or stock pan, cook the ground beef along with the diced onion and minced garlic over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is softened. Drain any excess grease to keep the dish from being too oily.
- Add seasonings and liquids: Stir in the homemade taco seasoning, salsa, tomato sauce, and beef broth into the skillet. Mix well to combine all the flavors thoroughly.
- Add pasta shells and bring to a boil: Incorporate the uncooked pasta shells into the skillet mixture. Stir everything together, then increase the heat to bring the mixture up to a rolling boil.
- Simmer until pasta is tender: Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to medium-low. Let the mixture simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, for about 20 minutes or until the pasta shells are tender and cooked through.
- Finish with cheese: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and evenly distributed, creating a creamy texture. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add chopped jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce when adding the salsa.
- You can substitute ground turkey for beef for a leaner option.
- Ensure to stir occasionally while simmering to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- If the mixture becomes too thick during cooking, add a little extra beef broth or water to loosen it.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
