Taco Mac and Cheese Bowls

Taco Mac and Cheese Bowls combine creamy, cheesy pasta with zesty taco flavors for a quick, satisfying meal in less than 20 minutes.

Course Entree

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings

Calories 641kcal

1 pound ground turkey may substitute ground beef, ground chicken, chopped chicken, or leftover pulled pork for variety
1 oz taco seasoning mix
4 tostada shells
1 box macaroni and cheese prepared as directed
15.5 oz can chili beans warmed
15.5 oz can black beans rinsed, drained, warmed
Taco fixings of choice shredded cheese, lettuce, salsa, taco sauce, diced tomatoes, jalapeños, sour cream, and cilantro (customize to your liking)

Cook the ground meat. Add taco seasoning mix and prepare according to package directions. Meanwhile, cook the boxed mac and cheese following package instructions, and heat the beans.
Warm tostada shells on a baking sheet in a 350°F oven for a few minutes before assembling.
Spoon the meat mixture evenly into the bottom of the tostada shells. Add mac and cheese and warm beans on top of the meat mixture, dividing evenly between the shells.
Top with your favorite taco fixings! Add shredded cheese, lettuce, salsa, taco sauce, diced tomatoes, jalapeños, and cilantro. Finish with a dollop of sour cream and a drizzle of taco sauce, if desired. Serve immediately!