Indulge in the flavors of a comforting and effortless meal with our slow cooker taco pasta recipe, inspired by the culinary expertise of Betty Crocker and meticulously curated by Corey Valley. This tantalizing dish is a delightful fusion of classic Mexican flavors and the versatility of pasta, all simmered to perfection in your trusty slow cooker. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that promises an explosion of taste, ease of preparation, and a satisfying meal that will leave your family and friends craving more.
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SLOW COOKER SHREDDED CHICKEN TACOS RECIPE BY TASTY
Everyone's on a different diet nowadays, from Paleo and Whole30 to the ever-popular Keto, everyone's got their thing. But that doesn't mean your dining choices have to end! Our slow cooker shredded tacos are perfect for a variety of lifestyles. The best part? We even tell you how to store your leftovers so you can enjoy this whenever the craving strikes. Future You will thank you every time!
Provided by Tasty
Categories Dinner
Yield 11 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In your slow cooker, mix the salsa, lime juice, taco seasoning, and cilantro.
- Salt and pepper the chicken to taste, then mix into the sauce. Cover and cook on high for four hours or low for seven to eight hours.
- Remove the chicken, shred with two forks, and return to the slow cooker and stir.
- Freeze leftovers in an airtight bag for up to six months!
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 38 grams, Sugar 2 grams
SLOW-COOKER 1-2-3 TACOS
This creamy classic looks like you spent all day in the kitchen, but it comes together in a flash with some easy shortcut products.
Provided by Brooke Lark
Categories Entree
Time 4h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Spray 3-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Place stew meat and fajita veggies in slow cooker. Sprinkle with taco seasoning.
- Pour water over the meat and stir gently to mix all ingredients together. Cover tightly and cook on High heat setting 4 to 6 hours.
- Spoon meat into flour tortillas. Top with your favorite toppings.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
EASY SLOW COOKER TACO PASTA, BETTY CROCKER, BY COREY VALLEY
Steps:
- 1) In 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain. 2) In 5- to 6-quart slow cooker, place cooked beef and remaining Taco Pasta ingredients except pasta shells and Cheddar cheese; stir until well combined. 3) Cover; cook on Low heat setting 4 to 5 hours. 4) About 15 minutes before serving, cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Uncover slow cooker; stir in pasta and shredded Cheddar cheese until well combined. 5) Cook uncovered on High heat setting 10 to 15 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. 6) Serve topped with sour cream, salsa and/or shredded cheese.
BETTY CROCKER EASY SLOW COOKER TACO PASTA
A combination of two family favorites-tacos and pasta-made easy in the slow cooker. - By Corey Valley
Provided by Lierza
Categories Mexican
Time 5h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain.
- In 4- to 5-quart slow cooker, place cooked beef and remaining Taco Pasta ingredients except cream cheese, pasta shells and Cheddar cheese; stir until well combined.
- Cover; cook on Low heat setting 3 to 4 hours.
- About 15 minutes before serving, cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Uncover slow cooker; stir in cream cheese, pasta and shredded Cheddar cheese until well combined.
- Cook uncovered on High heat setting 5 to 7 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 551, Fat 31, SaturatedFat 16.2, Cholesterol 111.8, Sodium 694.7, Carbohydrate 36.5, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 2.4, Protein 30.6
SLOW-COOKER PARTY BEEF TACOS
Let your slow cooker bring the party with these layered beef tacos! We took everyone's favorite layered taco dip and thought: what if we put it on tacos? And with make-ahead instructions, it's safe to say this idea was genius. Your slow cooker keeps the seasoned beef mixture warm, so guests can fill tacos themselves without you running back and forth from the kitchen. Layer your 13x9 with lettuce, roasted corn, red bell pepper, onion, tomatoes, avocados, salsa and cheese, and guests will be able to add all their toppings in one go! Once everyone fills their Old El Paso™ Stand 'N Stuff™ taco shells, the party can officially begin!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 3h25m
Yield 30
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cook ground beef in 2 batches. For first batch, spray 12-inch skillet with cooking spray. Add half of the ground beef and 1 chopped onion. Cook over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes or until beef is thoroughly cooked, stirring frequently. Drain.
- Stir in 1 package taco seasoning mix, 3/4 cup salsa and 1/2 cup water. Reduce heat to low; simmer 8 to 10 minutes or until most of liquid is absorbed.
- Cool first batch of beef mixture 15 minutes. Spoon into refrigerator or freezer container; cover tightly. Repeat to make second batch. Serve immediately, or refrigerate up to 24 hours or freeze up to 1 week.
- To serve immediately, place beef mixture in slow cooker; keep warm on Low setting. If beef mixture is frozen, thaw before heating. Place beef mixture in slow cooker; cover and cook on High setting for 1 hour or until hot. Reduce heat to Low to keep warm. To serve, spoon beef mixture into taco shells. Top with Layered Taco Toppings.
- To make Layered Taco Toppings, heat oven to 425°F. Spray 15x10x1-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray. Dry corn on paper towels; spread corn in sprayed pan. Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes. Stir; bake an additional 10 minutes. Cool 5 minutes or until slightly cooled.
- In ungreased 13x9-inch (3 quart) glass baking dish, layer lettuce, bell pepper, roasted corn, onions, tomatoes and avocado.
- In small bowl, combine mayonnaise and salsa; mix well. Spread over vegetables. Sprinkle with cheese and cilantro. Cover tightly; refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 570 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Choose the right pasta: Short pasta shapes like penne, shells, or macaroni are ideal for this recipe, as they hold the sauce well.
- Use a flavorful taco seasoning: You can use a store-bought taco seasoning mix or make your own blend using chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Don't overcook the pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, but be careful not to overcook it, as it will continue to cook in the slow cooker.
- Add some vegetables: Feel free to add some chopped vegetables to the slow cooker along with the pasta, such as bell peppers, onions, or corn.
- Top it off with your favorite toppings: Once the pasta is cooked, you can top it off with your favorite taco toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, and guacamole.
Conclusion:
This easy slow cooker taco pasta recipe is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. It is a great way to use up leftover taco meat, and it can also be made with ground beef or turkey. The pasta is cooked in a flavorful taco sauce, and it is topped with all of your favorite taco toppings. This recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
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