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How is it already back-to-school time?! The time of year where every minute is precious and no one wants to waste time slaving in the kitchen but we still want to have healthy meals right?!
This one-pot turkey taco pasta is perfect for this time of year! It's easy, quick, and healthy! It's made with 
It starts with Butterball® ground turkey which is all natural with no artificial ingredients. It's also so versatile and can be used in a variety of recipes in substitution for ground beef. I found mine at Walmart and the price was great! But CLICK HERE for a $1.00 on any ONE (1) package of Butterball® Ground Turkey coupon that makes it even better! The coupon is good through 10/31 or while supplies last.
The best part of this recipe is not only that it tastes amazing but it has a ton of veggies that even my kids ate!! I have a 2 and a 4 year old so that's a pretty big deal in my house!
I used lean turkey and mild taco seasoning so it had a perfect amount of flavor but it wasn't spicy or overpowering for the little ones and it was still a meal that my husband and I loved!
I absolutely loved using Butterball and I felt great knowing that it was a healthier alternative! You can visit their site HERE for even more recipes!
One-Pot Turkey Taco Pasta
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb butterball ground turkey (lean)
- ½ tsp each salt and pepper
- ½ cup chopped onion (about half a small onion)
- ½ cup chopped green bell pepper (about half a small green pepper)
- 1 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes (not drained)
- 1 15.25 ounce can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned is fine)
- 1 packet of taco seasoning (about 1 ounce)
- 2.5 cups water
- 8 ounces elbow pasta
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add in your olive oil and the butterball ground turkey, salt, pepper, onion, and green peppers. and cook until the turkey is longer pink. (about 7-10 minutes)
- Once the turkey is cooked, add in the corn, black beans, tomatoes, taco seasoning, and water.
- Bring everything to a full boil and add in the pasta (note: 8 ounces is NOT the entire box...don't make my mistake and dump in the whole box) 🙂
- Reduce the heat to a low simmer and cook for 8 minutes stirring occasionally to make sure the pasta isn't sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- Once the pasta is cooked, add in the cheese and stir until the cheese is melted.
- Enjoy!
Melanie says
I always like one pot dishes. Who likes to cook AND do the dishes, right? This looks like a great dish! #client
Coco and Ash says
Thank you Melanie!!
Kelly @ trial and eater says
One pot meal for the win!
Coco and Ash says
Thanks Kelly!
Amy @ The Cook Report says
One pot pasta recipes are the best! This one looks amazing
Coco and Ash says
Thanks so much Amy!
Elaine says
Do you have nutritional information please?
Coco and Ash says
I do not, but there are calculators online that you can use 🙂
Thanh | Eat, Little Bird says
I'm a big fan of one-pot meals! Ground turkey is not easily available where we live, but I imagine this dish would work just as well with chicken. Yum!
Coco and Ash says
Thank you! You could totally do it with ground chicken or beef too 🙂
Vicky @ Avocado Pesto says
Perfect back to school recipe! I love using learn ground turkey in place of beef in al my cooking and I love that this has some hidden veggies too!
Andrea says
This was great and reminded me a bit of Hamburger Helper. I made it in a 5qt Dutch oven. I didn’t have corn or onions, but I will make sure I have them next time. I added 3/4 cup of salsa to it, and since I used mild taco seasoning, I shook a generous amount of chili power into it, to add a bit of heat. Kids enjoyed it, so it’s a keeper!
Coco and Ash says
Thank you! So glad you liked it!
Brian says
This is a winner! On top of being amazingly delicious, it is so easy and uses such few dishes. I could have used this recipe in my college days! I added half a finely chopped and seeded jalapeño pepper to the turkey, onion, and green pepper for just a liiiitle extra kick, but the recipe is perfectly fine without. Also, a little cilantro to garnish. Thank you, Coco and Ash!
Coco and Ash says
So glad you liked it!!
Donna says
You put the pasta into the pan uncooked? Then cooked it 8 minutes in with the turkey and others?
Coco and Ash says
Yes 🙂 The pasta I use cooks in 8 minutes. If you use a different shape, just cook according to the directions on the pasta package.
Kourtney says
I have 10 in skillet, will this be too small? Please help!
Coco and Ash says
That might be too small. I’d hate to have it over flow
Kerry says
Going from panic because you forgot to take anything out of the freezer for dinner to a yummy dish everyone will love in less than half an hour?! Yes, please!! Thank you so much!!
Coco and Ash says
So glad you liked it!!
Nikole says
Love it! My husband went back for 4ths and made it again the next day!
Coco and Ash says
So glad you liked it!! 🙂
Carmen says
Question, can I substitute the black beans with either chili or pinto beans?
Coco and Ash says
Totally!!
Addi says
I absolutely love this recipe! There aren’t a lot of “staple” meals in our house because I like to try new recipes often, but this has become one. My husband absolutely loves it, and so do I. Added bonus: it freezes well!
Coco and Ash says
Awesome!! Thank you 🙂
Sydney says
Fabulous! Used chicken stock instead of water and added a little cream cheese. Topped with sour cream and avocado! Delicious!
Coco and Ash says
Thank you!! Avocado on it sounds delicious!!
Beth Johnson says
This is quick and delicious! My daughter (teen) is devouring it as we speak. 😊 I added an Orange Bell Pepper and I cut up my own tomatoes and added a can of organic tomato sauce. Great tip on not adding the whole box of macaroni or I would have done that too. 😏 I topped with a dollop of plain Greek yogurt to tame down the heat. (I used a pack of Trader Joe's taco seasoning). Definitely a new staple for dinner.
Coco and Ash says
That's so great to hear!! Greek yogurt sounds great!
Sheri Scinto says
This is soooooo good. Easy and quick too.
Coco and Ash says
Thank you!!
Bri Barr says
Omg, we just made this last night. I used whole wheat rotini pasta instead, and this is definitely one of my new favorite dishes. It's so simple and quick! And a great way to get some veggies in! Awesome recipe, will definitely be making again soon!
Coco and Ash says
So happy to hear that!!
Fred says
You don’t need to cook the pasta separelty, you cook it in the dish with everything else?
Coco and Ash says
Yep!! Everything goes in together! 🙂
Remy says
I hope this isn’t a stupid question: Do you drain the water after cooking the pasta or should it have thickened by the time it’s done? Thank you!
Coco and Ash says
No draining needed 🙂
Clark says
Great recipe. Added some avocado on top. Thanks for sharing.
Mary Melendez says
Absolutely out this world and over the moon recipe thank you 🙏
Kellie says
This recipe is my favorite! By far one of my favorite dishes to make. I have been using this recipe for a few months now. It is such a great go to meal. There is nothing I would change. It comes out amazing and delicious every time! Love, love, love, this recipe! Eating it right now as I write this review! Thank you!
Coco and Ash says
Thank you!!
Tracy says
Love this recipe! I make it quite often and it so easy to substitute other items and make it your own!
Very satisfying! Thank you!