Taco Pasta

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4.7

54 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    25 mins

  • Servings

    8

  • Calories

    312 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Taco Pasta

Cheesy pasta shells with a hearty taco meat sauce and lots of delicious toppings! Two of the best meals come together to create ONE incredible meal that takes less than 30 minutes to make! The perfect dinner for busy weeknights!

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Ingredients

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  • 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey, or ground beef
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 oz tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon ground chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 oz mild green chiles
  • 10 ounces medium pasta shells
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese or cheddar cheese
  • Toppings: extra cheese, sour cream, sliced green onions, sliced black olives, cilantro, pico de gallo or salsa, avocado, jalapeño slices
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Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium high heat. Add the onion and turkey. Cook, stirring and breaking apart the turkey with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the garlic, tomato sauce, water, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir and reduce heat to low. Let simmer for about 10 minutes or until mixture thickens, stirring occasionally. Stir in the green chiles.
  3. Boil a large pot of water and salt generously. Cook the pasta until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain well and add the cooked pasta to the meat sauce.
  4. Stir in the cheese and season with extra salt and pepper, if necessary. Serve the taco pasta in bowls and garnish with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 312kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 32g (11%) Protein 24g (48%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 52mg (17%) Sodium 670mg (28%) Potassium 426mg (12%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 798IU (16%) Vitamin C 8mg (9%) Calcium 187mg (19%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 312 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 312kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 32g 11%
Protein 24g 48%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 52mg 17%
Sodium 670mg 28%
Potassium 426mg 9%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 798IU 16%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 187mg 19%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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