Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 oz packet taco seasoning
1/2 green bell pepper, diced
2 1/2 cups chicken broth (or water)
15 oz can tomato sauce
10 oz Rotel diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
1 cup frozen fire roasted corn
8 oz medium pasta shells
1 1/2 cups freshly shredded cheddar cheese
Chopped cilantro, for topping
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the ground beef, onions, and garlic until the beef is brown and onions soften. Drain any excess grease.
- Stir in the taco seasoning. Transfer the beef and onion mixture into the Crockpot.
- Add the bell peppers, chicken broth, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes and green chilies, and the frozen corn.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
- During the last 30 minutes, stir in the uncooked pasta shells. Continue cooking for 20-30 minutes, until noodles are tender.
- Add the shredded cheese. Gently stir to combine. Cover and let heat for 5-10 minutes to melt the cheese.
- Top with chopped cilantro and serve.
Notes
Storage & Reheating: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring occasionally until warmed through. If needed, add a splash of broth or water to loosen the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Easy Dinner Recipes
- Method: Slow Cooker/Crockpot
