Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
One-Pot Enchilada Pasta

Easy One-Pot Enchilada Pasta Recipe – Quick & Cheesy Dinner


  • Author: Julia Hart
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This One-Pot Enchilada Pasta combines the bold flavors of enchiladas with creamy, cheesy pasta in an easy one-pot meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is made with ground beef, enchilada sauce, cheese, and pasta, all cooked together for a comforting, flavorful dinner.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup diced yellow onion
  • 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
  • 3 teaspoons taco seasoning
  • 20 ounces enchilada sauce
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 8 ounces dry rotini pasta
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheese (Cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • 1 cup corn (optional)
  • 2 ounces cream cheese (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro and green onions for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté for 2 minutes.
  2. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning, enchilada sauce, and beef broth.
  4. Add pasta and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Once the pasta is cooked, stir in shredded cheese and optional cream cheese.
  6. Garnish with cilantro and green onions. Serve warm.

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté for 2 minutes.
  • Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
  • Stir in taco seasoning, enchilada sauce, and beef broth.
  • Add pasta and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Once the pasta is cooked, stir in shredded cheese and optional cream cheese.
  • Garnish with cilantro and green onions. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use ground turkey for a lighter version.
  • Adjust spice level with mild or hot enchilada sauce.
  • For extra crunch, top with crushed tortilla chips.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: One-Pot Cooking