Quick and Tasty Turkey Taco Pasta Helper Recipe
Looking for a quick and delicious dinner idea? Try One Pan Homemade Cheesy Turkey Taco Pasta - all the flavors of a taco in a comforting pasta dish!
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 285kcal
Ingredients
- 8 Ounces Ground Turkey (or Chopped Turkey Breast)
- 5 Ounces Pasta
- 1 ½ Tablespoons Taco Seasoning
- 4 Ounces Canned Green Chilies
- 1 Cup Salsa
- 1 ½ Ounces Cheddar Cheese Shredded
- 2 ½ Tablespoons Whipped Cream Cheese
Instructions
- Brown turkey in a large saute pan. About 3 to 4 minutes
- When turkey is almost done add the Taco Seasoning and Green Chilies. Cook for about one minute.
- Stir salsa into the turkey mixture
- Add 2 cups of water. Stir into the turkey mixture.
- Add dry pasta to the turkey mixture. Bring to a boil. Turn down to a slow boil and cover. Cook for the time stated on the pasta packaging. The pasta we use takes 8 minutes to cook al dente.
- When pasta is done to the way you like it. Turn off the heat.
- Stir cheddar cheese and cream cheese into the pasta mixture.
- Top with chopped green onions, cilantro, and or jalapenos. It's also good with a dollop of sour cream.
- Enjoy
Nutrition
Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 769mg | Potassium: 465mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 572IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 119mg | Iron: 1mg