Description
Irresistible Easy Slow Cooker Taco Pasta is a creamy, cheesy delight packed with zesty flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese blend
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Sour cream
Instructions
- 1. Brown the Meat: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey for about 5-7 minutes until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- 2. Mix Ingredients: In your slow cooker, combine the cooked meat, pasta, diced tomatoes (with juices), chopped bell peppers, taco seasoning, and cream cheese. Stir until well mixed.
- 3. Add Liquids: Pour in about two cups of water or broth and stir to incorporate all ingredients.
- 4. Cook Low and Slow: Cover your slow cooker and set it on low heat for about four hours.
- 5. Cheese Time: After cooking, sprinkle shredded cheese over the mixture, cover again, and let it melt for about ten minutes.
- 6. Serve with Style: Transfer portions to plates or bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro and a dollop of sour cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg