Taco Mac and Cheese
Taco mac and cheese is a delightful fusion of creamy mac and cheese and zesty taco flavors. This easy-to-make dish combines tender elbow macaroni with seasoned ground beef, sharp cheddar cheese, and crunchy tortilla chips for a satisfying meal that the whole family will love. Perfect for Taco Tuesday or any cozy gathering, taco mac and cheese is both comforting and fun, promising to be your new go-to recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup crushed tortilla chips
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes), then drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey for about 6-8 minutes.
- Add taco seasoning and water according to package instructions; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Stir in the drained macaroni and gradually add milk, simmering for 3-5 minutes until creamy.
- Mix in shredded cheddar until melted, then serve topped with crushed tortilla chips and green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg