Stuffed Pasta Shells with Taco Beef
Stuffed Pasta Shells with Taco Beef layers tender jumbo shells with a creamy, chili-spiced ground beef filling, all baked under taco sauce and a golden blend of Cheddar and Monterey Jack. The contrast of melty cheese and crunchy tortilla chip topping makes each bite rich and satisfying—perfect for a cozy family dinner or a casual game-night spread.
- Prep30 min
- Cook30 min
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Cook the beef in a large skillet over medium heat until it is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the cream cheese, salt, and chili powder; mix and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- 2
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until slightly firm, 8 to 10 minutes; drain. Toss the cooked shells with butter.
- 3
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- 4
Fill the shells with the beef mixture and place them in a 9x13-inch baking dish; pour taco sauce over the shells. Cover with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
- 5
Remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle with Cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and then tortilla chips. Return the dish to the oven and cook for 15 minutes more.
- 6
Top with sour cream and serve.
- Calories 951.56 kcal High
- Protein 37.62 g Good Source
- Carbs 58.96 g Moderate
- Total Fat 62.95 g High
- Saturated Fat 28.9 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 163.81 mg High
- Sodium 961.06 mg High
- Fiber 2.69 g Low Source
- Sugar 5.09 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 511.14 mg Good Source
- Iron 2.43 mg Moderate
- Potassium 175.61 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 42.23 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 6.39 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.42 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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