Description
Crockpot Taco Spaghetti is a one-pot dish that combines taco seasoning, ground beef or turkey, pasta, beans, corn, and cheddar cheese for a hearty, comforting meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef or turkey
1 packet taco seasoning
1 onion, chopped
1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
1 can tomato sauce (15 oz)
1 can corn (15 oz), drained
1 can black beans (15 oz), drained and rinsed
1 cup pasta (like spaghetti or penne)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef or turkey in a skillet over medium heat. Once cooked, drain any excess fat.
- Transfer the cooked meat to a slow cooker, then add the taco seasoning, chopped onion, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, corn, and black beans. Stir everything together.
- Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours.
- After the initial cooking time, add the uncooked pasta to the slow cooker and stir. Let it cook for an additional 30-45 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
- Once the pasta is cooked, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top, cover the slow cooker, and allow it to melt.
- Stir everything together and serve hot.
Notes
For a leaner option, swap ground beef with ground turkey or chicken.
To make it vegetarian, omit the meat and add extra beans, veggies, or plant-based protein.
If you like it spicy, add diced jalapeños, chili powder, or hot sauce to taste.
You can use different pasta types such as penne, rotini, or elbow macaroni. Adjust the cooking time accordingly.
This dish can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. It can also be frozen for 2-3 months.
Reheat with a little water or broth to prevent drying out.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-4 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
