Instant Pot Taco Pasta

Instant Pot Taco Pasta

10 min

Ingredients

  • 1 Pound Lean Ground Beef
  • 1 (28 OZ) Can Diced Tomatoes
  • 2 Teaspoons Taco Seasoning
  • 1 1/2 Cups Jarred Red Salsa
  • 3 Cups Medium Shell Pasta
  • 2 Cups Chicken Stock
  • 1 Cup Cheddar Cheese, Shredded
  • Avocado, Diced
  • Greek Yogurt or Sour Cream
  • Cilantro, Torn 
  • Pickled Jalapeño 
  • Extra Cheddar Cheese, Shredded

Directions

  1. 1

    1. Turn the Instant Pot on sauté mode. Brown the ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula until meat is cooked and browned. 2. Add the diced tomatoes, taco seasoning, salsa, pasta, and chicken stock (great job for kids). Place the lid on the Instant Pot and turn the vent to "sealing". Cook on manual for 3 minutes. 3. Manually release pressure by turning the valve to venting. Remove lid when pressure has release and stir in cheddar cheese. 4. Serve in serving bowls and add toppings of choice. STOVETOP: 1. Brown the ground beef in a large, cast iron skillet. Add the tomatoes, taco seasoning, and salsa. 2. Cook pasta to package directions. Drain and combine with meat mixture. Add cheese and toss to combine. Add optional toppings.