One Pot Taco Mac and Cheese
This One Pot Taco Mac and Cheese is a recipe that we find ourselves craving all the time. The creamy pasta sauce is seasoned with delicious spices for a result that’s incredibly addicting. Then you have ground turkey that makes this a great high protein pasta recipe. Pair that with your favorite noodle and you have a hearty, flavorful meal that helps you meet your nutrition goals while satisfying cravings. What more could you ask for?
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This is a fantastic recipe for meal prep. The sauce gets even better as the flavors sit and blend together. Store it in an airtight container and when you’re ready to warm it up, throw a wet paper towel over the top to keep the pasta noodles moist.
One Pot Taco Mac and Cheese Recipe Tips:
+ If you want to make this recipe but don’t have taco seasoning on hand, whip it up yourself with our homemade taco seasoning. It’s so easy to make and you probably have most of the seasonings in your pantry already!
+ To maximize the protein content of this recipe, use your favorite protein pasta noodle. Check out this review for some of the most popular options.
+ Feel free to substitute the green salsa with your favorite red salsa option. It will give the dish a different flavor that’s equally tasty.
One Pot Taco Mac and Cheese
Ingredients
- 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 sweet onion, finely diced
- 1 1/2 lbs ground turkey
- salt and pepper
- 1 oz taco seasoning
- 7 oz green salsa
- 12 oz pasta, protein pasta recommended
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
- 6 oz shredded cheddar cheese
- fresh cilantro, to garnish
Instructions
- Heat a large stock pot over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the onion and saute for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the ground turkey and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Break up into small pieces and cook for about 5-7 minutes or until cooked through.
- Add the taco seasoning and salsa. Stir to combine, then add the pasta and chicken broth. Stir.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a heavy simmer, then reduce the heat to medium. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes, stirring every 3-5 minutes until the pasta has absorbed most of the liquid and the noodles are cooked through.
- Remove the pasta from the heat and stir in the greek yogurt and cheese until completely incorporated. Let cool for about 10 minutes to thicken up, then stir again and serve. Garnish with cilantro if desired and enjoy!
