Easy Beef Enchilada Pasta (Printable)

Savour rich beef and cheddar with zesty enchilada flavors in a quick, hearty pasta dish.

# What you need:

→ Meats

01 - 1 lb lean ground beef

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

02 - 1 medium onion, diced
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Pasta

04 - 8 oz penne or rotini pasta

→ Sauces & Dairy

05 - 1 cup enchilada sauce
06 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
07 - ½ cup sour cream

→ Optional Garnishes

08 - Chopped cilantro
09 - Sliced green onions

# How to make it:

01 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef until fully browned, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
02 - Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion is translucent, approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
03 - Pour in the enchilada sauce, stir thoroughly, and allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes to develop flavors.
04 - Boil pasta in salted water until al dente according to package directions, then drain and set aside.
05 - Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the beef and sauce mixture. Stir well and heat for 1 to 2 minutes.
06 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top, cover the skillet, and let it rest for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese melts.
07 - Plate immediately, adding a dollop of sour cream and optional chopped cilantro or sliced green onions.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One pot meal
  • Quick weeknight dinner
02 -
  • Enchilada sauce may contain gluten or other allergens & check labels if sensitive
  • Contains wheat pasta and dairy from cheese and sour cream
03 -
  • Drain excess fat after browning beef to reduce greasiness
  • Cover skillet with cheese to melt evenly and stay gooey
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