4 from 1 vote

One-Pot Beef u0026 Cheese Taco Pasta

By: Julia Pacheco
Taco night meets pasta night in this cheesy, one-pot wonder! Ground beef, bold spices, and tender noodles come together fast for a family favorite.
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total: 30 minutes
Servings: 5 servings
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Ingredients 

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 tbs olive oil
  • 1 white onion, diced
  • 1 tbs minced garlic
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 tbs taco seasoning
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 3 ½ cups chicken broth
  • 8 oz farfalle, or any small pasta
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen or fresh corn
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese
  • Optional toppings: cilantro, diced avacado, lime, sour cream, jalapenos

Instructions 

  • In a large pot with a lid or dutch oven over medium heat, pour in 1 tbs olive oil and add in the onion, bell pepper, and ground beef cook the beef through then remove any access grease.
  • Add the taco seasoning, and garlic stir well.
  • Pour in the broth and salsa of your choice and bring to boil. Add in the pasta and give it a really good stir. Cover and cook on a low simmer until pasta is cooked and the liquid has reduced a good amount. Stir frequently so nothing sticks to the bottom of the pot!
  • Add in the corn and beans and let sit a couple minutes. Stir in cheese and serve hot!

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Nutrition

Calories: 747kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 113mg | Sodium: 1354mg | Potassium: 878mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1582IU | Vitamin C: 35mg | Calcium: 391mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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About Julia Pacheco

Hello, I’m Julia Pacheco, and I’m so glad you’re here! I’m a published cookbook author with a passion for creating delicious, budget-friendly meals. My blog focuses on recipes that are accessible and enjoyable, because I truly believe in the power of food to heal, inspire, and bring people together. From early lessons in the kitchen with my mom to navigating life on WIC and food stamps, I’ve learned the value of making every meal count. Cooking has been my creative outlet, a way to connect with others, and it even helped me land my dream job.

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1 Comment

  1. Cassie says:

    4 stars

    Tasty recipe. Needed more taco seasoning (or maybe a different brand) and took way longer than expected though. I’d make some tweaks next time for my stove I think.

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