An EASY recipe that’s ready in 20 minutes, made in ONE skillet, and loaded with Mexican-inspired flavors!! A family favorite that’s great for busy weeknights!!
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time20 minutesmins
Total Time25 minutesmins
Course: 30-Minute Meals
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: beef taco pasta, cheesy taco pasta, one pot cheesy taco pasta, one pot taco pasta, taco pasta skillet
Servings: 8
Calories: 570kcal
Author: Averie Sunshine
Ingredients
1tablespoonolive oil
1poundlean ground beefI used 90%
one 1-ounce packet taco seasoningI used reduced sodium, medium heat
2teaspoonscumin
pinchcayenneoptional and to taste
8ouncesdry uncooked pastaI used wagon wheels; bowtie, rotini, penne, small shells, etc. are ok
2 ½cupswater
1 ½cupsfrozen corn
one 15-ounce can petite diced tomatoesdo not drain, I used no salt added
one 15-ounce can black beansdrained and rinsed (I used no salt added)
2cupsMexican shredded cheese blend
½cupsour creamoptional
2or 3 green onionstrimmed and sliced into thin rounds
salt and pepperoptional and to taste
Instructions
To a large skillet, add the oil, beef, and cook over medium-high heat, crumbling and stirring frequently as it cooks. I don’t find the need to drain it; and the extra bit of fat will prevent the pasta from sticking later.
Add the taco seasoning, cumin, optional cayenne (I don’t think it makes it hot, rather it gives it flavor), and stir to combine.
Add the dry pasta, water, corn, tomatoes, beans, and stir to combine.
Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for about 12 to 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and pasta is cooked through.
Evenly sprinkle the cheese and stir to combine.
Optionally add the sour cream and stir to combine.
Evenly sprinkle the green onions, taste to check for seasoning balance, and if desired add salt and pepper (I used no salt added canned goods and needed to add a bit of salt and pepper), and serve immediately.
Notes
Storage: Recipe will keep airtight in the fridge for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.Adapted from One Skillet Beef Taco Pasta.