One Pot Taco Pasta Bake

5 from 1 vote

One Pot Taco Pasta Bake has all the delicious flavors of a taco with pasta instead of a corn tortilla shell.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Mexican

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings large servings or 4 small

Calories 598kcal

½ pound ground beef
½ package taco seasoning
½ cup water
1 pouch Barilla Ready Pasta Penne
½ cup grated cheddar cheese or more if desired
Garnish with sour cream and the toppings of your choice such as chopped tomatoes black olives and fresh cilantro

Brown meat in a small cast iron skillet or frying pan. Add taco seasoning and water. Heat for a minute or two while stirring.
Heat Barilla Ready Pasta according to package instructions (tear corner and heat in microwave for 60 seconds on high).
Add pasta to meat mixture. Stir to combine. Stir in half of the cheese, then add the rest to the top. Place in a 400°F oven for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. (Note: make sure the pan is oven safe.)
Garnish with sour cream and your favorite toppings, such as chopped tomatoes, black olives and fresh cilantro.