Description
A quick and comforting cheesy taco pasta dish that is ready in just 20 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (e.g., rotini or macaroni)
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions or cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey for about 5-7 minutes until fully browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add the taco seasoning, salsa, and chicken broth to the skillet, stir, and let it simmer for about 3-4 minutes.
- Gradually add the cream cheese, stirring until melted into a creamy sauce.
- Toss in the cooked pasta and shredded cheddar cheese, mixing until cheese is melted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, topped with green onions or cilantro if desired.
Notes
For a creamier sauce, add more cream cheese or a splash of milk. Customize with toppings like jalapeños or avocado.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg