Quick Crockpot Taco Pasta Recipe
Quick Crockpot Taco Pasta Recipe is easy, cheesy and full of bold flavor. It is perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 500 g ground beef
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can diced tomatoes 400g
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 cups uncooked pasta penne or rotini
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh cilantro for garnish optional
Instructions
Brown the Beef
- In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook until beef is browned.
Add Taco Seasoning
- Stir taco seasoning into cooked beef. Mix well so meat absorbs the spice flavor.
Transfer to Crockpot
- Place cooked beef mixture into crockpot. Spread evenly at the bottom.
Add Tomatoes and Sauce
- Pour diced tomatoes and tomato sauce into crockpot. Stir gently to combine.
Add Broth and Seasoning
- Pour beef broth into crockpot. Add salt and black pepper. Stir well.
Cook on Low
- Cover and cook on low for two hours. Let flavors blend slowly.
Add Pasta
- After two hours, add uncooked pasta. Stir well so pasta is covered with liquid.
Continue Cooking
- Cook for 30 to 40 minutes more until pasta is tender and cooked through.
Add Cheese
- Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella on top. Cover and cook until cheese melts fully.
Garnish and Serve
- Turn off crockpot. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Use ground chicken instead of beef for lighter version.
- Add black beans for extra protein and fiber.
- Stir in corn for sweet flavor.
- Use spicy taco seasoning for more heat.
- Add cream cheese for extra creamy texture.
- Do not add pasta too early. It may become mushy.
- Taste before serving and adjust seasoning.