Description
Taco Spaghetti is a delightful fusion of classic spaghetti and bold taco flavors, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This one-pot meal features seasoned ground beef simmered with zesty taco seasoning and tangy tomatoes, all tossed with al dente spaghetti and topped with gooey cheese. Each bite offers a fiesta of flavors that will have your family and friends coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey/plant-based alternative)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes
- 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and Rotel diced tomatoes (including juice). Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add drained spaghetti to the skillet, tossing until well combined with the sauce.
- Top with shredded cheese, cover, and let melt over medium-low heat for about 3 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, consider mixing in black beans or bell peppers. - Swap out ground beef for turkey or plant-based meat for healthier options. - Use freshly grated cheese for better melting results.