Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Taco Pasta, where creamy cheese meets zesty taco flavors. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights and will have everyone at the dinner table begging for seconds. Packed with hearty ingredients and customizable to your taste, it’s a delightful meal that brings smiles and satisfaction with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced fire-roasted tomatoes
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bell pepper, diced (red or yellow)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté the onions and bell peppers in a large skillet over medium heat until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add the ground meat and cook until browned, breaking it apart while mixing in the taco seasoning.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and chicken broth; mix until combined.
- Add uncooked fusilli pasta to the skillet, ensuring it's coated in sauce.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is al dente.
- Remove from heat and mix in cream cheese and cheddar until melted. Garnish with cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with black beans or lentils. - Add veggies like corn or zucchini for extra nutrition. - Store leftovers in an airtight container; add a splash of milk when reheating to maintain creaminess.