Easy Beef Enchilada Pasta (Printable)

Ground beef, enchilada sauce, and cheddar meld in a comforting pasta dish ready in 30 minutes.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 1 lb lean ground beef

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

02 - 1 medium onion, diced
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Pasta

04 - 8 oz penne or rotini pasta

→ Sauces & Dairy

05 - 1 cup enchilada sauce
06 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
07 - ½ cup sour cream (for serving)

→ Optional Garnishes

08 - Chopped cilantro
09 - Sliced green onions

# How-To:

01 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef until no longer pink, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
02 - Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion becomes translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
03 - Pour in the enchilada sauce, stir well, and let it simmer for 5 minutes to blend the flavors.
04 - Boil the pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
05 - Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the beef mixture, stir well, and heat through for 1 to 2 minutes.
06 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the pasta, cover the skillet, and let it sit until the cheese melts, about 2 to 3 minutes.
07 - Serve immediately, topped with sour cream and optional garnishes such as chopped cilantro and sliced green onions.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One pot meal
  • Freezer friendly
02 -
  • Contains Wheat (pasta) and Milk (cheese sour cream)
  • Enchilada sauce may contain gluten or other allergens check labels if cooking for those with sensitivities
03 -
  • Use lean ground beef to reduce fat content
  • Drain excess fat from beef to keep dish healthier
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