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One-Pot Taco Spaghetti

One-Pot Taco Spaghetti: Easy Comfort Food for Busy Nights

One-Pot Taco Spaghetti is a quick and delicious dish that combines savory taco flavors with comforting spaghetti, perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Main Dish
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or turkey for a lighter option
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 2 tbsp Taco Seasoning or to taste
  • 14.5 oz Diced Tomatoes fire-roasted recommended
  • 2 cups Water or broth for flavor
  • 8 oz Spaghetti broken in half
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Sauté garlic and onion in olive oil for 2-3 minutes until onions are translucent.
  2. Add ground beef to the skillet; cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned, draining excess fat.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, and water; simmer for a minute.
  4. Add spaghetti to the skillet, bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes.
  6. Remove lid and cook for another 2-3 minutes to reduce liquid.
  7. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top, cover for 2 minutes to melt.
  8. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with black beans. Serve with tortilla chips for a crunch.

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