Description
This One Pot Enchilada Pasta Recipe combines the flavors of classic enchiladas with the convenience of a one-pot pasta dish, making it an easy and flavorful weeknight dinner. Ground beef, enchilada sauce, ziti noodles, and cheese come together in a creamy, cheesy meal that’s packed with Tex-Mex zest and beloved by the whole family.
Ingredients
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Meat and Vegetables
- 1 pound lean hamburger
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 4.5 ounce can chopped green chiles
Seasonings and Sauces
- 1 Tablespoon taco seasoning
- 10 ounce can red enchilada sauce
- 14.5 ounce can chicken broth
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Pasta and Cheese
- 1/2 pound ziti noodles (about 2 cups)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or jack cheese (divided)
Instructions
- Cook the beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the lean hamburger until fully cooked, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks.
- Add aromatics and spices: Stir in chopped onion, chopped green chiles, and taco seasoning. Continue cooking for 3 minutes to soften the onions and develop flavor.
- Add liquids and bring to boil: Pour in the red enchilada sauce and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Increase heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Cook the pasta: Stir in the ziti noodles, reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until noodles are tender. Stir halfway through cooking to prevent sticking.
- Finish with cheese and sour cream: Remove skillet from heat, stir in the sour cream and half a cup of shredded cheese until creamy.
- Melt the cheese topping: Sprinkle the remaining one cup of cheese evenly over the top. Cover and let sit until the cheese melts.
- Serve and garnish: Top with your favorite garnishes such as chopped cilantro, sliced green onions, or diced avocado for extra flavor and texture.
Notes
- This dish is a comforting one-pot meal combining pasta with classic enchilada flavors for an easy weeknight dinner.
- Use lean ground beef to keep the dish lighter without sacrificing taste.
- Feel free to substitute cheddar with jack cheese or a Mexican blend for varied flavor profiles.
- Control the spice level by adjusting or omitting the taco seasoning according to your preference.
- Leftovers reheat well for a quick lunch or dinner the next day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 256 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 81 mg
