One-Pot Taco Pasta
A gluten-free, dairy-free one-pot pasta with the flavors of a delicious taco all made in one pot!
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive or avocado oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- kosher salt, to taste
- freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes & green chiles, such as Rotel
- 12 ounces brown rice pasta, such as fusilli
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheese, optional
Optional for Garnish
- Freshly chopped cilantro
- Sliced avocado
- Sliced jalapeno peppers
- Sliced radishes
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef and onions and cook, breaking it the meat with the back of a spoon, until it is no longer pink, about 7 minutes. Drain excess fat off of the beef if necessary.
- Season the beef with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, oregano, and tomato paste. Toss to coat evenly.
- Add the pasta, diced tomatoes and green chiles, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a slow steady boil, stirring occasionally, and cook until the pasta is al dente, about 13 minutes. Turn off heat and stir in cheese (if using). Let stand a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, sliced jalapeños, and radishes.
Nutrition
Calories: 767kcal | Carbohydrates: 72g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 107mg | Sodium: 1211mg | Potassium: 489mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 472IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 185mg | Iron: 3mg