Best 3 Skillet Taco Macaroni Recipes

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Skillet taco macaroni is a quick and easy meal, perfect for busy weeknights. This one-pot dish combines the flavors of tacos with the convenience of macaroni and cheese. With a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation, you can have a delicious meal on the table in no time.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

TACO MACARONI SKILLET



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A Mexican take on classic mac & cheese! This creamy beef and noodle dish is perked up with green chiles, taco seasoning, and tomatoes. Perfect for taco night or any day of the week.

Provided by Ortega

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces extra-lean ground beef
2 cups water
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes in juice, undrained
1 (4 ounce) can Ortega® Mild Diced Green Chiles
1 (1.25 ounce) package Ortega® Taco Seasoning Mix
½ cup dried elbow macaroni
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
⅔ cup evaporated milk

Steps:

  • Cook beef in a large skillet, stirring frequently, until brown; drain.
  • Stir in water, tomatoes with juice, chiles, and seasoning mix. Cook until mixture comes to a boil.
  • Add pasta; return to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 14 to 16 minutes or until pasta is tender.
  • Stir in evaporated milk. Remove from heat; stir in 1/4 cup cheese. Sprinkle remaining cheese over top. Cover; let stand for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.6 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 47.3 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 550.9 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

SKILLET TACO MACARONI



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Make and share this Skillet Taco Macaroni recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb extra lean ground sirloin
1 small onion, chopped
16 ounces can tomato sauce
16 ounces can water, use the empty tomato sauce can
16 ounces can diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2-1 teaspoon cumin
1/8-1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried cilantro
1/2 cup milk
2 -2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, can use cheddar-jack

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown and crumble the ground sirloin with the chopped onion until no longer pink; drain excess fat, if desired (there shouldn't be that much if you've used the extra lean ground sirloin).
  • Return cooked beef/onions to skillet. Add the tomato sauce, water, diced tomatoes, dry macaroni and seasonings. Stir well and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover tightly and simmer for 12-15 minutes (stirring once or twice) or until macaroni is tender.
  • Add milk and cheese and stir well, until cheese is smooth and melted.
  • Serve.

TACO MACARONI SKILLET



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This dish is very easy and full of flavor. Perfect for the nights when you don't want to be stuck in the kitchen for more than 30 minutes.

Provided by Mama_Jennie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb lean ground beef
2 1/2 cups water
1/3 cup yellow onion
2 -3 garlic cloves
1 (20 ounce) can rotell diced tomatoes with green chilies (undrained)
3 tablespoons taco seasoning
1 3/4 cups dried elbow macaroni
2/3 cup evaporated milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Cook onion & garlic until soft. Add ground beef, brown & drain.
  • Stir in water, tomatoes (including juice in can), & seasoning. Cook until mixture comes to a boil.
  • Add pasta and return mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low & cover. Cook stirring occasionally for 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat & stir in evaporated milk & 1/4 cup cheese. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
  • Cover, let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 572.7, Fat 24.7, SaturatedFat 12.6, Cholesterol 115.6, Sodium 1031.6, Carbohydrate 46.9, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 2.3, Protein 39.8

Tips:

  • Use a large skillet to ensure that the macaroni has enough room to cook evenly.
  • Cook the macaroni according to the package directions, but reduce the cooking time by 1-2 minutes to prevent it from becoming overcooked.
  • Brown the ground beef in a separate skillet over medium-high heat until it is cooked through. Drain any excess grease.
  • Add the taco seasoning to the ground beef and stir to combine. Cook for an additional minute to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Drain the corn and black beans, and rinse them well with cold water.
  • Add the macaroni, ground beef mixture, corn, black beans, salsa, chili powder, cumin, and salt to the skillet. Stir to combine.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the macaroni is heated through.
  • Sprinkle the cheese over the macaroni and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Serve immediately, topped with your favorite taco toppings such as sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and cilantro.

Conclusion:

Skillet taco macaroni is a quick and easy one-pot meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. For example, you can use different types of meat, vegetables, and cheese. You can also adjust the amount of seasoning to suit your taste. Skillet taco macaroni is a delicious and satisfying meal that is sure to please the whole family.

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