Description
A quick and comforting one-pot meal featuring savory taco flavors and creamy cheese, perfect for cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can black beans (15 oz, drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup chicken (or vegetable) broth
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheese
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients. Measure out your pasta, and ensure your ground beef or turkey is thawed (if frozen).
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey until fully cooked, roughly 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat, if necessary.
- Add the taco seasoning, letting it coat the meat well. Add the black beans, corn, salsa, and chicken broth to the pot, mixing everything together.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then stir in the pasta. Cover and reduce the heat to medium-low, allowing the pasta to cook for 10-12 minutes or until al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the shredded cheese, allowing it to melt and create a creamy, cheesy texture.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot in bowls, garnished with fresh cilantro, sliced green onions, or a dollop of sour cream.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. When reheating, add a splash of broth or water to retain creaminess.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg