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taco spaghetti

A delicious fusion of tacos and spaghetti made in one skillet, perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 0.25 cup yellow onions
  • 0.25 cup taco seasoning (or 1 packet)
  • 10 oz Rotel tomatoes do NOT drain
  • 8 oz spaghetti noodles (uncooked)
  • 3 cups water
  • 4 oz cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 0.5 cup chopped cilantro

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown ground beef and onions until beef is no longer pink and onions are soft.
  2. Add taco seasoning, Rotel tomatoes (including juice), spaghetti noodles, and water to the skillet.
  3. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until noodles are cooked and liquid is absorbed.
  4. Remove from heat. Stir in half of the shredded cheese until melted and well combined.
  5. Top with remaining cheese and chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

This quick and easy dish combines the flavors of tacos with spaghetti in one skillet, perfect for busy weeknights.