One Pan Taco Mac

Name: One Pan Taco Mac
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Mexican American
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef; 1 cup diced onion; 1 ounce taco seasoning packet; 10 ounces canned Rotel, undrained; 10 ounces enchilada sauce; 1 cup beef broth; 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni; 1 cup whole milk; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; Sliced green onions for garnish

This hearty meal combines the best of taco night and creamy mac and cheese in one simple skillet.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 Mexican American· August 5, 2026

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Prep

10 minutes

Cook

20 minutes

Total

30 minutes

Serves

If your family loves tacos and macaroni, this one pan taco mac is going to be your new weeknight favorite. It is cheesy, savory, and brings all those classic Tex Mex flavors to the table in just thirty minutes.

Because everything cooks in the same pan, you save time on cleanup and the pasta absorbs all that delicious sauce while it simmers. It is a fantastic way to feed a hungry crowd with minimal effort.

🧺 Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
1 cup diced onion
1 ounce taco seasoning packet
10 ounces canned Rotel, undrained
10 ounces enchilada sauce
1 cup beef broth
2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 cup whole milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Sliced green onions for garnish

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Place a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef and diced onion.
2
Cook the mixture while crumbling the beef until it is fully browned and no pink remains, draining any excess grease as needed.
3
Stir in the taco seasoning, Rotel, enchilada sauce, and beef broth, then bring the mixture to a boil.
4
Add the elbow macaroni, turn the heat down to medium low, and cover the pan with a lid.
5
Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, making sure to stir the pasta halfway through so it cooks evenly.
6
Remove the lid, stir in the milk and shredded cheese until smooth, and top with green onions before serving.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. When you are ready to eat, simply reheat the leftovers in the microwave using 30 second increments until the meal is warmed through.

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