Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb ground turkey or chicken
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can diced tomatoes (15 oz)
- 4 cups broth (chicken or vegetable)
- 1 can black beans (15 oz), drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Meat:
- In a large pot, cook the ground turkey or chicken over medium heat until it is browned. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté them until the onion becomes soft and translucent, another 3-5 minutes.
- Add Seasoning and Liquids:
- Stir in the taco seasoning, ensuring that the meat and onions are well-coated.
- Add the diced tomatoes, chicken or vegetable broth, spaghetti, black beans, and corn to the pot. Stir to combine.
- Cook the Spaghetti:
- Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 12-15 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent the spaghetti from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Cook until the spaghetti is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Finish with Cheese:
- Stir in half of the shredded cheese until it melts into the spaghetti, creating a creamy texture.
- Serve the spaghetti topped with the remaining cheese and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one normal portion
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g