One Skillet Enchilada Pasta. I have a new baby boy. Ā That makes three kids ages 4 and under. Ā My attention is……well, very divided these days. Ā I love cooking. Ā I love to make a warm, yummy, bubbly meal. Ā However, I cannot make a meal that requires lots of attention or intricate details. Ā I need to get dinner on the table quick during the hour in which my toddlers seem to have the MOST energy and needs.
Its amazing isn’t it?! Ā It’s like their little bodies can tell time. Ā My day can be going smoothly and I can feel pretty pulled together…..then, 4:45 hits and the crazy breaks loose. Ā That also happens to be right before I start dinner. Ā OYE! Ā Lets band together moms and make a pact, we won’t let the crazy hour ruin dinner. Ā This one skillet pasta is essentially a homemade version of hamburger helper. Ā It comes together quickly and tastes amazing. Ā Toddlers will be happy, hungry teenage boys will praise you, husbands will be calling dibs on the leftovers for lunch. Ā Wow them!
(And P.S…..Keep a few bags of my Secret Recipe Taco Filling in the freezer and you will even be one more step ahead with this meal)
*recipe inspired by Number 2 Pencil*
PrintOne Skillet Enchilada Pasta
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 cup diced yellow onion
- 2 cups Secret Recipe Taco Filling
- 14 oz can chicken broth
- 2 cups red enchilada sauce
- 3 cups dried rotini pasta
- 2 cups Colby Jack cheese, shredded (plus more for garnish)
- Garnish with black olives, green onions, tomatoes, and sour cream
Instructions
- In a large skillet with a lit, saute garlic and onions in olive oil over medium heat until soft.
- Add Secret Recipe Taco Filling and stir until warmed.
- Add pasta, broth, and enchilada sauce to pan.
- Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low and cover with a lid.
- Simmer for 10-15 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Remove lid and stir in 1 cup shredded cheese.
- Remove from heat and top with remaining 1 cup cheese. Let stand 5 minutes.
- Serve with black olives, green onions, tomatoes, and sour cream.
- ENJOY!
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Made this tonight and it was delish! I made the taco meat during nap time which made throwing dinner together during our crazy hour super easy thanks!
Your recipes are just what I need! My kids are all grown, but I am retired and a quilter. Dinner seems to be an after thought, although not to my husband! I especially like that I can download them as a pdf to my computer! No retyping so I don’t lose the recipe or have so much paper clutter to go through. Your Secret Recipe Taco Filling is on the list for today.
Thank you, thank you, thank you.
I don’t even have kids and I find it hard enough to get dinner churned out quickly enough for my own rumbling belly! š I made enchiladas last night and forgot how much I loved them- now I need to try this pasta version!
I’m so glad you enjoy these recipes! The pasta version is equally delicious. I definately recommend a Slow Cooker meal for a busy schedule. Set it and forget it, but you can still eat a home cooked meal.
This enchilada looks hearty and delicious. Thanks for the recent follow on Pinterest. Much appreciated.
You are very welcome! Enjoy your time in the kitchen!
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