Cheesy Taco Spaghetti

Name: Cheesy Taco Spaghetti
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1 onion; 1 red bell pepper; 1 green bell pepper; 1 packet taco seasoning; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 can Rotel; 4 cups beef broth; 12 oz spaghetti; 1 jar queso blanco cheese dip; 1/2 cup heavy cream

This Cheesy Taco Spaghetti is what happens when taco night meets a creamy, comforting pasta dish—and it absolutely works.

Everything cooks together in one pot, allowing the pasta to soak up all the bold taco flavors while the beef, peppers, and seasonings create a rich, savory base.

The queso blanco and heavy cream melt into the dish at the end, turning it into a smooth, cheesy, flavor-packed meal that’s hard to stop eating.

If you’re looking for something quick, filling, and a little different from your usual pasta routine, this one hits every time.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

One-pot meal with easy cleanup.
Bold taco flavor in a creamy pasta.
Quick and simple to make.
Family-friendly and filling.
Perfect mix of cheesy and savory.

Ingredients

This recipe uses simple pantry ingredients to create a bold, taco-inspired pasta dish. The ground beef and vegetables build a flavorful base, while the Rotel adds a little heat and acidity.

The spaghetti cooks directly in the broth, absorbing all the flavor, and the queso and cream create a smooth, creamy finish that brings everything together.

1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 packet taco seasoning
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 can Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies)
4 cups beef broth
12 oz spaghetti
1 jar Velveeta queso blanco cheese dip
1/2 cup heavy cream

How To Make Cheesy Taco Spaghetti

Step 1: Cook Beef

Add the ground beef to a large skillet over medium heat and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.

Step 2: Drain

Drain any excess grease if needed.

Step 3: Add Onion

Add the diced onion and cook until slightly softened.

Step 4: Add Red Pepper

Add the diced red bell pepper.

Step 5: Add Green Pepper

Add the diced green bell pepper.

Step 6: Cook Vegetables

Cook everything together until the vegetables are softened.

Step 7: Add Seasoning

Sprinkle in the taco seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Step 8: Mix

Stir well to coat the meat and vegetables.

Step 9: Add Rotel

Add the can of Rotel (with juices).

Step 10: Add Broth

Pour in the beef broth and stir to combine.

Step 11: Add Spaghetti

Add the uncooked spaghetti and press it down so it is fully submerged in the liquid.

Step 12: Simmer

Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.

Step 13: Cook Pasta

Cover and cook until the spaghetti is tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 14: Add Queso

Add the Velveeta queso blanco cheese dip.

Step 15: Add Cream

Pour in the heavy cream.

Step 16: Mix

Stir everything together until creamy and fully combined.

Step 17: Serve

Serve hot and enjoy.

Recipe Variations

Add black beans for extra texture.
Use ground turkey instead of beef.
Add corn for a sweet contrast.
Use spicy Rotel for more heat.
Top with sour cream before serving.

Tips for Success

Break spaghetti in half for easier mixing.
Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Use lean ground beef to reduce grease.
Add extra broth if pasta absorbs too much liquid.
Use freshly shredded cheese for variation.
Let it sit before serving to thicken.