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Taco Pasta Skillet
Gluten Free Living – 2021
Taco Pasta Skillet is a 30-minute one-pot meal that’s a delightful Tex-Mex entree. I used lean ground beef, diced tomatoes, green chilies, black beans, Fiesta corn, Mexican cheese blend, gluten free rotini and my Homemade Taco Seasoning. I topped the skillet with sour cream, olives, tomatoes, fresh cilantro, cheese and avocados. However, adding guacamole, pico de gallo or salsa are also great options.
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I was in the mood for a Tex-Mex entree a couple of weeks ago. I love my 30-minute Mexican Beef and Rice Skillet and Mexican Chicken, Beans and Rice Skillet. But I wanted something a little different. What about pasta with Tex-Mex? I knew I wouldn’t eat it unless I used gluten free pasta, so that’s what I did. I was so happy with the results.
The pasta does not have to be cooked separately and added in later. No, this is a one-pot meal and the pasta cooks in the skillet. The toppings make it marvelous. As I stated in other posts, I love sliced avocados in just about everything. I lenjoy having a few slices on almost any Tex-Mex entree. But if you have the time, you can always make guacamole to serve with this.
The next time you need to throw together a 30-minute meal, I highly recommend this Taco Pasta Skillet. If you enjoy a little spice in your life, you’ll find this tasty dish memorable and delectable. 🙂
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This 30-Minute Taco Pasta Skillet is an easy weeknight supper that’s nutritious as well as tasty.
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This cheesy skillet dish is filled with tomatoes, Fiesta corn, black beans, bell peppers, green chilies and Taco seasoning.
![30-Minute Taco Pasta Skillet | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | This delicious #TexMex #beef entree includes #glutenfree #pasta, #beans & corn and can be made in about 30 minutes. The toppings make this dish fabulous. It's great for weeknight dinners! #avocados](https://cantstayoutofthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/Taco-Pasta-Skillet-IMG_8817.jpg)
This cheesy 30-Minute Taco Pasta Skillet is incredibly delicious. While I used only two tablespoons of green chilies, you can amp up the flavors of this dish by increasing this amount.
Here’s what I did.
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Brown beef in skillet. Add diced onions and orange bell peppers. Saute until beef is no longer pink.
![30-Minute Taco Pasta Skillet | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | This delicious #TexMex #beef entree includes #glutenfree #pasta, #beans & corn and can be made in about 30 minutes. The toppings make this dish fabulous. It's great for weeknight dinners! #avocados](http://cantstayoutofthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/Taco-Pasta-Skillet-IMG_6082-540x405.jpg)
Drain any grease.
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Add black beans, Fiesta corn, diced tomatoes and green chilies.
![30-Minute Taco Pasta Skillet | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | This delicious #TexMex #beef entree includes #glutenfree #pasta, #beans & corn and can be made in about 30 minutes. The toppings make this dish fabulous. It's great for weeknight dinners! #avocados](http://cantstayoutofthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/Taco-Pasta-Skillet-IMG_6084-540x405.jpg)
Stir ingredients to combine.
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Sprinkle Homemade Taco Seasoning over top.
![30-Minute Taco Pasta Skillet | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | This delicious #TexMex #beef entree includes #glutenfree #pasta, #beans & corn and can be made in about 30 minutes. The toppings make this dish fabulous. It's great for weeknight dinners! #avocados](http://cantstayoutofthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/Taco-Pasta-Skillet-IMG_6086-540x405.jpg)
Add uncooked gluten free rotini pasta and vegetable or beef broth.
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Stir to combine. Cover with lid and cook about 15 minutes.
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Uncover and cook another 5 minutes until all the liquid is absorbed. Sprinkle cheese and fresh cilantro over top.
![30-Minute Taco Pasta Skillet | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | This delicious #TexMex #beef entree includes #glutenfree #pasta, #beans & corn and can be made in about 30 minutes. The toppings make this dish fabulous. It's great for weeknight dinners! #avocados](http://cantstayoutofthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/Taco-Pasta-Skillet-IMG_8699-540x360.jpg)
Cover and cook an additional 2-3 minutes until cheese melts.
![30-Minute Taco Pasta Skillet | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | This delicious #TexMex #beef entree includes #glutenfree #pasta, #beans & corn and can be made in about 30 minutes. The toppings make this dish fabulous. It's great for weeknight dinners! #avocados](http://cantstayoutofthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/Taco-Pasta-Skillet-IMG_8745-540x360.jpg)
Before serving, garnish Taco Pasta Skillet with sour cream, olives, tomatoes, avocados, lime and additional fresh cilantro.
![30-Minute Taco Pasta Skillet | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | This delicious #TexMex #beef entree includes #glutenfree #pasta, #beans & corn and can be made in about 30 minutes. The toppings make this dish fabulous. It's great for weeknight dinners! #avocados](https://cantstayoutofthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/Taco-Pasta-Skillet-IMG_8859.jpg)
Every bite of Taco Pasta Skillet is succulent and mouthwatering!
![30-Minute Taco Pasta Skillet | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | This delicious #TexMex #beef entree includes #glutenfree #pasta, #beans & corn and can be made in about 30 minutes. The toppings make this dish fabulous. It's great for weeknight dinners! #avocados](https://cantstayoutofthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/30-Minute-Taco-Pasta-Skillet-IMG_8778-683x1024.jpg)
If you enjoy Tex-Mex entrees, this one should be on your regular menu.
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This scrumptious meal can be whipped up for family or company dinners in no time.
Here’s the recipe.
30 MINUTE TACO PASTA SKILLET
(My own concoction)
![30-Minute Taco Pasta Skillet | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | This delicious #TexMex #beef entree includes #glutenfree #pasta, #beans & corn and can be made in about 30 minutes. The toppings make this dish fabulous. It's great for weeknight dinners! #avocados](https://cantstayoutofthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/Taco-Pasta-Skillet-IMG_8784-500x500.jpg)
Taco Pasta Skillet
Equipment
- 1 large skillet with lid
- 1 sharp knife to cut vegetables
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- 1 hamburger chopper to break meat down in small pieces while frying
- 1 wooden spoon
- 1 spatula
Ingredients
SKILLET:
- 1 1/2 lbs. lean ground beef
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 orange bell pepper seeded and chopped
- 1 batch Homemade Taco Seasoning or one packet Taco Seasoning Mix
- 32 oz. container vegetable broth or beef broth
- 12 oz. pkg. gluten free rotini (you can also use regular pasta of your choice)
- 11 oz. can Fiesta corn drained
- 15.25 oz. can black beans rinsed and drained
- 14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes undrained
- 2 tbsp. green chilies diced, or more if desired
- 2 cups mexican cheese blend shredded
- 1 tbsp. cilantro minced, as desired
TOPPINGS:
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp. fresh cilantro minced
- 2 tbsp. lime juice as desired
- 1/4 cup ripe olives sliced
- 1/2 cup grape tomatoes halved
- 1/2 cup mexican cheese blend shredded
- 1 green onion sliced
- 1 cup salsa or pico de gallo, as desired
- 1 avocado sliced
Instructions
SKILLET:
- Brown beef with onions, garlic and bell pepper in an extra large skillet over medium heat.
- Use a hamburger chopper to break meat down in small pieces while frying.
- Drain any grease.
- Add tomatoes, green chilies, black beans and corn.
- Stir in taco seasoning, vegetable broth and rotini.
- Stir well.
- Cover with lid and cook over low to medium heat about 15 minutes or until pasta is cooked through.
- Stir occasionally to make sure pasta is cooked adequately.
- Uncover lid and cook, stirring frequently another 5 minutes until broth is absorbed.
- Once pasta is cooked through, cover contents of skillet with cheese, then sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
- Cover with lid again and cook until cheese is melted.
- Garnish with toppings of your choice.
TOPPINGS:
- Slice or mince toppings and add as desired.
Notes
© Can’t Stay Out of the Kitchen
Nutrition
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This tasty pasta dish is loaded with toppings that make it irresistible.
![30-Minute Taco Pasta Skillet | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | This delicious #TexMex #beef entree includes #glutenfree #pasta, #beans & corn and can be made in about 30 minutes. The toppings make this dish fabulous. It's great for weeknight dinners! #avocados](https://cantstayoutofthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/Taco-Pasta-Skillet-IMG_8876-683x1024.jpg)
Avocados make this dish even better!
![30-Minute Taco Pasta Skillet | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | This delicious #TexMex #beef entree includes #glutenfree #pasta, #beans & corn and can be made in about 30 minutes. The toppings make this dish fabulous. It's great for weeknight dinners! #avocados](https://cantstayoutofthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/Taco-Pasta-Skillet-IMG_8838-683x1024.jpg)
Give this 30 Minute Taco Pasta Skillet a try the next time you need to have dinner ready in a jiffy.
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This comfort food recipe will have you salivating after the first bite. 🙂
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![30-Minute Taco Pasta Skillet | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | This delicious #TexMex #beef entree includes #glutenfree #pasta, #beans & corn and can be made in about 30 minutes. The toppings make this dish fabulous. It's great for weeknight dinners! #avocados](https://cantstayoutofthekitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/Taco-Pasta-Skillet-IMG_8784-500x500.jpg)
Taco Pasta Skillet
Equipment
- 1 large skillet with lid
- 1 sharp knife to cut vegetables
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- 1 hamburger chopper to break meat down in small pieces while frying
- 1 wooden spoon
- 1 spatula
Ingredients
SKILLET:
- 1 1/2 lbs. lean ground beef
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 orange bell pepper seeded and chopped
- 1 batch Homemade Taco Seasoning or one packet Taco Seasoning Mix
- 32 oz. container vegetable broth or beef broth
- 12 oz. pkg. gluten free rotini (you can also use regular pasta of your choice)
- 11 oz. can Fiesta corn drained
- 15.25 oz. can black beans rinsed and drained
- 14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes undrained
- 2 tbsp. green chilies diced, or more if desired
- 2 cups mexican cheese blend shredded
- 1 tbsp. cilantro minced, as desired
TOPPINGS:
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp. fresh cilantro minced
- 2 tbsp. lime juice as desired
- 1/4 cup ripe olives sliced
- 1/2 cup grape tomatoes halved
- 1/2 cup mexican cheese blend shredded
- 1 green onion sliced
- 1 cup salsa or pico de gallo, as desired
- 1 avocado sliced
Instructions
SKILLET:
- Brown beef with onions, garlic and bell pepper in an extra large skillet over medium heat.
- Use a hamburger chopper to break meat down in small pieces while frying.
- Drain any grease.
- Add tomatoes, green chilies, black beans and corn.
- Stir in taco seasoning, vegetable broth and rotini.
- Stir well.
- Cover with lid and cook over low to medium heat about 15 minutes or until pasta is cooked through.
- Stir occasionally to make sure pasta is cooked adequately.
- Uncover lid and cook, stirring frequently another 5 minutes until broth is absorbed.
- Once pasta is cooked through, cover contents of skillet with cheese, then sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
- Cover with lid again and cook until cheese is melted.
- Garnish with toppings of your choice.
TOPPINGS:
- Slice or mince toppings and add as desired.
6 Comments
Amelia
July 21, 2023 at 2:32 am
Wow, what a delicious recipe for pasta! I’m going to try this recipe for sure.
Teresa Ambra
July 23, 2023 at 9:28 pm
It is great!
Fiona
May 26, 2023 at 2:09 am
I always love to eat pasta and the technique to cook perfect pasta is amazing.
Teresa Ambra
May 26, 2023 at 4:25 pm
Thanks.
Michael Jonas
May 10, 2023 at 8:44 am
Yummm! I must say that this looks really yummy and delicious.
Teresa Ambra
May 10, 2023 at 5:12 pm
It is yummy and delicious!