Name: Instant Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 4 min
Total time: 9 min
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs lean ground beef; 1 packet taco seasoning; 4 cups water; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 lb pasta shells (medium, uncooked); 1 jar salsa ((15.5 ounce)); 2 cups Mexican or Taco Blend Cheese (Shredded)

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Instant Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta – Mexican flavors meets Italian pasta. Start with ground beef, sprinkle in some taco seasoning with pasta shells, salsa and cheese of course. This taco packed pasta dish is cheesy, easy, and family pleasing.

A closeup of this instant pot taco pasta recipe topped with parsley, onions, and tomatoes

Who doesn’t love a good chili mac n cheese? This is a taco flavored spin off on the dish. Creating meals for the family that are quick is key to busy weeknights. My family loves tacos, Mexican food and pasta! What about yours?

Well, I have to backtrack here on this statement. My two boys (hubby and son) do not like Mexican Food and nor Italian food “OUT”. I must have failed miserably as a wife and mother, cause Mexican and Italian food are MY FAVS, other than a juicy RIBEYE, and I L-O-V-E love (can you Bear in the Big Blue House singing) to go out for a good meal!

At least I have my daughter on my side. Just too bad she had to move away and go to college, (How DARE SHE)!

Since I really cannot figure them out {SIGH} I decided to try to make something at home they will enjoy! This one takes the cake!

This can be made on the stove top as well. See Recipe Notes for instructions.

Ingredients needed for Instant Pot Taco Pasta

Ground Beef
Taco Seasoning
Salt & Pepper
Water
Pasta Shells (Medium Size)
Salsa
Mexican Blend Cheese

How to Make Instant Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta (Pressure Cooker Recipe)

Step 1. Set the Instant Pot to SAUTE. Cook ground beef until no longer pink. Break up with a wooden spatula. Once cooked, add in taco seasoning, salt, pepper, and mix well.

a closeup of browned ground beef with dry taco seasoning on top to make this instant pot cheesy taco pasta

Step 2. Pour in water.

a glass measuring cup pouring water into the instant pot to make this cheesy taco pasta

Then add pasta and salsa. Do not mix up.

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a closeup of mini pasta shells and red salsa in the pressure cooker to make this instant pot cheesy taco pasta recipe

Step 3. Close lid and make sure vent is closed. Set Instant Pot to manual high pressure for 4 minutes.

a closeup of the face of an instant pot set to cook for four minutes on high to make this instant pot cheesy taco pasta

Step 4. Once cooking finishes, manual release. Open lid and pour in cheese and mix well. Let cheese melt in and give another stir if needed.

A close up of this instant pot cheesy taco pasta inside the pressure cooker with the shredded cheese on top being stirred in with a wooden spoon

Step 5. Top with your favorite taco toppings if desired.

an overhead shot of this instant pot taco pasta inside the pressure cooker insert garnished with chopped parsley

This one is really fun and fast to whip up! I love to put out all the taco toppings and let everyone build their own masterpiece. And make sure to add extra cilantro for me!

Go ahead and spill!! What are your favorite taco toppings?

a serving of this instant pot taco pasta placed on a white plate and garnished with onions, cilantro, and tomatoes

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Instant Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta - Mexican flavors meets Italian pasta. Start with ground beef, sprinkle in some taco seasoning with pasta shells, salsa and cheese of course. This taco packed pasta dish is cheesy, easy, and family pleasing.

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