Description
One Pot Taco Beef Pasta is the ultimate weeknight meal that combines the hearty flavors of tacos with pasta for a satisfying and delicious dish. This one-pot wonder can be made in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy families. Packed with zesty taco seasonings, tender pasta, and ground beef, this recipe is sure to impress both kids and adults alike. With minimal cleanup and customizable ingredients, you’ll love how easy it is to bring comfort food to your table. Whether you serve it at a casual family dinner or at a gathering with friends, One Pot Taco Beef Pasta will become a go-to favorite that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces rotini pasta
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 large green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring beef broth to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot over medium heat, add ground beef along with salt and pepper. Cook until browned, breaking apart as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Stir in chopped onion and bell pepper; cook for 3-5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Mix in black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, taco seasoning, and cooked pasta. Stir well to combine.
- Let mixture simmer for about 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg