Enchilada Pasta
Cheesy, beefy pasta cooks right in the enchilada sauce to create a one pot meal that is not only packed full of flavor, but is quick and easy to make, with minimal clean up.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup yellow onion (diced)
- 1 pound ground beef* (ground turkey can also be used)
- 3 teaspoons taco seasoning (or an equal combination of cumin powder, chili powder and garlic powder)
- 20 ounces enchilada sauce (if you have a 19 ounce can, that will work fine)
- 2 cups beef broth (chicken broth can also be used)
- 8 ounces dry (uncooked) rotini pasta (other similar shapes can be used)
- 1 1/2 cups monterey jack, colby or cheddar cheese
Optional Ingredients
- 2 ounces cream cheese (cut into 1" cubes)
- 1 cup corn (thawed if using frozen)
- green onions ( for topping)
- fresh diced tomatoes (for topping)
- black olives (for topping)
- sour cream (for topping)
- cilantro (for topping)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or dutch oven over medium.
- Add the onions and saute for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
- Add the ground beef and cook for 5-6 minutes until no longer pink, breaking up the beef with a spoon as it cooks.
- Add the taco seasoning (or garlic powder, chili powder and cumin) to the pan, stir well and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the enchilada sauce, broth and dry pasta and stir to combine. Cover the pan and bring to a boil.
- Reduce to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until the pasta is tender and has absorbed most of the cooking liquid. Different brands of pasta will have different cook times.
- If adding sour cream, cream cheese or corn, stir in just before the last 2 minutes of cook time.
- Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the cheese. Add in any optional mix ins.
- Garnish as desired and serve.
Notes
*Using 90/10 or leaner ground beef in this recipe is recommended. If using a less lean cut such as 80/20 or 85/15 you will want to drain any excess fat from the beef after browning it.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Nutrition
Calories: 570kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 29gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 88mgSodium: 1374mgPotassium: 462mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1047IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 253mgIron: 3mg
The nutrition facts provided are calculated using a third-party tool and are estimates only. Actual nutritional content may vary based on the ingredients and brands you use, as well as portion sizes. For accurate results, please consult a registered dietitian or nutritionist.