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Taco stuffed shells in a baking dish.
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Taco Stuffed Shells Recipe

Taco Stuffed Shells are a cheesy, family-friendly mash-up of pasta and tacos—easy to make, flavorful, and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 585kcal
Author: Joy Kincaid

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning 1.25 ounces
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
  • 1 can diced green chilies 4 ounces, drained
  • 12 ounces jumbo pasta shells cooked according to package instructions

Optional toppings

  • fresh tomatoes chopped
  • avocado diced
  • sour cream
  • fresh cilantro chopped

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess grease from the skillet.
  • Stir in the taco seasoning mix and salsa. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until heated through and well combined.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in 1/2 cup of each type of shredded cheese and the diced green chilies.
  • Spoon the beef mixture into the cooked pasta shells, filling each shell generously. Place the filled shells in the prepared baking dish.
  • Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese evenly over the stuffed shells.
  • Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is lightly golden brown.
  • Serve the Taco Stuffed Shells hot, garnished with your choice of toppings, such as chopped tomatoes, diced avocado, sour cream, or chopped cilantro. Enjoy!

Notes

Tips for Success
  • Cook the shells al dente to prevent tearing during stuffing.
  • Add diced jalapeños for extra heat or black beans for added substance.
  • Freeze unbaked stuffed shells for future easy dinners.
How to Store
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven until warmed through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 585kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 89mg | Sodium: 1052mg | Potassium: 601mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1169IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 333mg | Iron: 4mg
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