Taco Pasta in the Slow Cooker

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This Taco Pasta recipe is fabulous for busy weeknights or feeding a crowd. Ten minutes of prep work and you’ll have a delicious recipe the entire family will enjoy.

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We have tried this recipe a variety of ways. There’s several different recipes floating around online, but, this taco pasta recipe is one the family asks for often! Not to mention, if you are feeding a crowd on a budget this pasta is a great go to.

Ingredients for Taco Pasta

Just a few simple ingredients is all you need to enjoy this Mexican pasta!

• hamburger – you could also use ground turkey.
• bell pepper, chopped
• Rotel tomatoes – this can be substituted for regular diced tomatoes
• corn – frozen or can, both work!
• taco seasoning
• chicken broth
• pasta noodles, cooked – we prefer a smaller noodle and used mini penne noodles for this recipe.
• cheddar cheese – you can also use a Mexican blend cheese

How to Make Cheesy Taco Pasta

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Start by browning the hamburger in a skillet. Be sure to drain off any fat.

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Next, place the browned hamburger into the bottom of your slow cooker along with tomatoes, corn, taco seasoning, bell pepper and onions.

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Give it a stir and cover. Cook on low for 4-6 hours.

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Stir in the cooked pasta and cheese about 10-15 minutes until you’re ready to serve.

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MORE DELICIOUS PASTA RECIPES

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• Italian Sausage Ravioli Casserole Recipe – super quick dinner recipe that’s equally delicious.

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Yield: 8

Slow Cooker Taco Pasta

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This Taco Pasta recipe is fabulous for busy weeknights or feeding a crowd. Ten minutes of prep work and you'll have a delicious recipe the entire family will enjoy.

Ingredients

• 1 lb. lean hamburger
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 15. oz Rotel Tomatoes
• 1 c corn
• 1 taco seasoning packet
• 2 c chicken broth
• 2 c noodles, mini penne or smaller shell
• 1 c cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

Start by browning the hamburger in a skillet. Be sure to drain off any fat.

Next, place the browned hamburger into the bottom of your slow cooker along with tomatoes, corn, taco seasoning, bell pepper and onions.

Give it a stir and cover. Cook on low for 4-6 hours.

Stir in the cooked pasta and cheese about 10-15 minutes until you're ready to serve.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

8

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 331Total Fat: 13gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 66mgSodium: 876mgCarbohydrates: 29gFiber: 2gSugar: 3gProtein: 25g

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