Cheesy Taco Cream Cheese Pasta
Bold, creamy, and packed with taco flavor—this one-skillet cheesy taco cream cheese pasta is the ultimate comfort food that’s easy to make and perfect for leftovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner, Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
12 oz rotini (or pasta of choice)
1 lb ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning
1 cup beef broth
1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles (Rotel), undrained
8 oz cream cheese, cubed and softened
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend)
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
Chopped cilantro
Green onions
Diced tomatoes
Instructions
Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess grease.
Stir in taco seasoning, beef broth, and diced tomatoes. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Add cream cheese cubes and stir until melted and smooth.
Reduce heat to low and stir in shredded cheese until fully melted and creamy.
Add cooked pasta and toss until evenly coated in the sauce.
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper.
Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Use full-fat cream cheese for the creamiest texture.
Swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken if desired.
Leftovers reheat well—add a splash of broth or milk when warming.
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