Easy Beef Enchilada Pasta (Printable)

A zesty blend of beef, enchilada sauce, and pasta cooked in one skillet for a tasty meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein & Dairy

01 - 1 lb lean ground beef
02 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
03 - ½ cup sour cream

→ Pasta

04 - 8 oz penne or rotini pasta

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 medium onion, diced
06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Sauce

07 - 1 cup enchilada sauce

# Cooking Steps:

01 - In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
02 - Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until onions become translucent, approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
03 - Stir in the enchilada sauce and allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
04 - Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water following package instructions until al dente. Drain thoroughly.
05 - Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the beef sauce and stir until evenly combined and heated through.
06 - Plate portions hot, garnished with shredded cheddar cheese and a dollop of sour cream.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • One pot meal
  • Freezer friendly
02 -
  • Use whole wheat or gluten free pasta if desired.
  • Swap ground chicken or turkey for a lighter version.
03 -
  • For extra flavor, add 1 teaspoon ground cumin and ½ teaspoon chili powder with the onions.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro or sliced jalapeños for a fresh kick.
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