Description
One Pot Cheesy Taco Mac is a delicious, hassle-free meal that brings the delightful flavors of tacos into a creamy pasta dish. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this one-pot wonder ensures minimal cleanup while satisfying your cravings for cheesy goodness and zesty spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted recommended)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning over the meat and stir well to combine.
- Add macaroni, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth; stir until mixed.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 8-10 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Remove from heat and fold in grated cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve immediately with optional garnishes like cilantro or green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg