Description
A comforting and flavorful pasta dish that combines taco flavors with creamy cheese, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or rotini recommended)
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned)
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (low-sodium)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes, then drain.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef or turkey over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes.
- Add taco seasoning and diced tomatoes; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Reduce heat and stir in cream cheese and chicken broth until smooth.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet to coat it with the sauce.
- Top with shredded cheddar, cover, and let sit for about 5 minutes until the cheese melts.
Notes
Customizable with different meats or vegetables. Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg