One Pot Taco Pasta (Gluten-Free)

One pot taco pasta in a green skillet with a wooden spoon

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One Pot Taco Pasta (Gluten-Free)

This one-pot taco pasta is a cheesy, 30-minute weeknight dinner made with ground turkey, bold taco seasoning, and gluten-free pasta all simmered together in a single pan! Everything cooks in one pot, allowing the pasta to soak up all that bold taco flavor before being finished with melty cheese for a creamy, comforting dish with minimal cleanup.

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Diet: Gluten Free

Servings: servings

Author: Mary Smith

Equipment

large skillet

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb lean ground turkey
1 packet taco seasoning I like Siete brand
1 tbsp tomato paste
15 oz can fire roasted diced tomatoes
4 oz diced green chiles
15 oz black beans drained and rinsed
12 oz Gluten Free Fusilli pasta I like Jovial Foods brand - brown rice (NOT cassava - it's too sticky!)
4 cups chicken broth
1.5 cups shredded cheese I used a Mexican blend

Toppings

sour cream
chopped cilantro
diced avocado

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large deep skillet (12 inches preferred) over medium high heat.
Add the ground turkey and stir with a wooden spoon until browned. Add in the taco seasoning, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, green chiles, black beans, and pasta and stir.
Pour the broth in and stir again. Cover and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium while it simmers and the pasta cooks. Stir occasionally, for about 10-12 minutes, until the pasta is al dente and the broth has been mostly absorbed.
Stir in the cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve topped with sour cream, diced avocado, and cilantro if preferred. Enjoy!

Notes

Stir occasionally as it cooks so the pasta doesn’t stick and cooks evenly.
Watch the liquid closely. If the pasta isn’t done and the pan looks dry, add a splash of broth. If there’s too much liquid at the end, let it simmer uncovered for a few minutes to thicken.
Cook just until al dente. Overcooking is the main reason pasta turns mushy in one-pot meals.
Add the cheese at the very end so it melts smoothly and doesn’t clump.
Using the right pasta matters too! Brown rice pasta holds its texture best, making this a reliable gluten-free taco pasta option.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
When reheating, add a splash of broth or water to bring the pasta back to life and keep it from drying out. Warm it gently on the stove or in the microwave until heated through.

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