One Pan Salsa Cheesy Beef and Macaroni
Dive into the ultimate weeknight comfort food with this One Pan Salsa Cheesy Beef and Macaroni recipe! Bursting with bold, Tex-Mex-inspired flavors, this one-pot wonder combines tender elbow macaroni, hearty ground beef, and zesty salsa, all simmered to perfection in a savory beef broth spiced with chili powder, cumin, and oregano. Topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese and a pop of fresh cilantro, it delivers a satisfying, cheesy bite in every forkful. Ready in just 40 minutes, this family-friendly dish is mess-free and packed with flavor, making it the perfect quick dinner solution for busy nights. Don't miss out on a recipe that blends convenience, comfort, and irresistible taste in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 16 ounces jarred salsa (mild, medium, or hot, based on preference)
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large, deep skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat.
Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, for 5-6 minutes or until browned. Drain excess grease if necessary.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and pepper, mixing well with the beef and onion mixture.
Pour in the uncooked elbow macaroni, salsa, and beef broth. Stir until the ingredients are well combined.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
Once the macaroni is cooked, remove the skillet from heat. Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Cover the skillet again for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
532 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.0 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.5 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 91 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 1251 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.1 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 29.8 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 318 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 523 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
