One Pot Taco Spaghetti
One Pot Taco Spaghetti combines pasta and taco flavors. Spaghetti simmers directly in a seasoned tomato-chili beef sauce, then gets finished with melted Colby Jack cheese and fresh cilantro.
Servings: 6
Calories: 408kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- ¼ cup tomato paste
- 1 packet taco seasoning 3 tablespoons
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 ½ cups beef broth
- 1 can fire roasted diced tomatoes 14.5 ounces, undrained
- 1 can green chilis 4 ounces
- 8 ounces spaghetti noodles
- 1 cup shredded Colby jack cheese or cheddar cheese
- Minced cilantro optional garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium high heat, brown the beef until no longer pink and then drain any excess fat.1 pound ground beef
- Season beef with tomato paste, taco seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir well over medium heat for an additional 3-4 minutes to cook down the tomato paste.¼ cup tomato paste, 1 packet taco seasoning, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Pour in beef broth, tomatoes, and green chilis. Stir and bring to a boil.2 ½ cups beef broth, 1 can fire roasted diced tomatoes, 1 can green chilis
- Break spaghetti noodles in half and add to the skillet. Make sure the liquid is covering the noodles (add another 1/2 cup broth if it isn't covering the noodles). Reduce to a simmer. Let cook, covered, for 11-13 minutes or until pasta is al dente. Make sure to stir occasionally to avoid the noodles clumping.8 ounces spaghetti noodles
- Sprinkle on shredded cheese and cover with a lid. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes on low until the cheese has melted. Garnish with freshly snipped cilantro when serving.1 cup shredded Colby jack cheese, Minced cilantro
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a microwave-safe dish in the microwave.
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The calories shown are based on the recipe serving 6, with 1 serving being 1/6 of the spaghetti. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. **
Nutrition
Calories: 408kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 68mg | Sodium: 1188mg | Potassium: 661mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1176IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 176mg | Iron: 3mg
