Taco Macaroni Skillet

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A Mexican take on classic mac & cheese! This creamy beef and noodle dish is perked up with green chiles, taco seasoning, and tomatoes. Perfect for taco night or any day of the week.

Submitted by Ortega
Updated on January 14, 2022
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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 12 ounces extra-lean ground beef

  • 2 cups water

  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes in juice, undrained

  • 1 (4 ounce) can Ortega® Mild Diced Green Chiles

  • 1 (1.25 ounce) package Ortega® Taco Seasoning Mix

  • ½ cup dried elbow macaroni

  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided

  • ⅔ cup evaporated milk

Directions

  1. Cook beef in a large skillet, stirring frequently, until brown; drain.

  2. Stir in water, tomatoes with juice, chiles, and seasoning mix. Cook until mixture comes to a boil.

  3. Add pasta; return to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 14 to 16 minutes or until pasta is tender.

  4. Stir in evaporated milk. Remove from heat; stir in 1/4 cup cheese. Sprinkle remaining cheese over top. Cover; let stand for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

199 Calories
9g Fat
13g Carbs
16g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 199
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 11%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 47mg 16%
Sodium 551mg 24%
Total Carbohydrate 13g 5%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 16g 32%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 177mg 14%
Iron 2mg 8%
Potassium 181mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.