If you’ve ever watched iCarly, you probably remember the iconic Spaghetti Tacos! This fun fusion of Italian and Mexican flavors is a kid-approved, easy-to-make dinner that adds a playful twist to taco night.
Whether you’re looking for a unique weeknight meal or a fun dish for a party, these Spaghetti Tacos are a must-try!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick and Easy – Ready in under 30 minutes!
- Kid-Friendly – A creative way to make dinner fun.
- Minimal Ingredients – Uses pantry staples for a fuss-free meal.
- Customizable – Switch up the protein or add veggies for a unique twist.
Ingredients
- 1 (16-ounce) package angel hair pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 (28-ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
- 12 crisp taco shells
- ¼ cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
Directions
1. Prep the Taco Shells
Preheat your oven to 325°F. Arrange taco shells in a single layer on a baking sheet, ensuring they don’t overlap.
2. Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the angel hair pasta and cook for 3-5 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Drain and return to the pot.
3. Brown the Beef
While the pasta cooks, brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain excess fat, then add the spaghetti sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Pour the meat sauce into the drained pasta and mix until fully combined.
4. Bake the Taco Shells
Place the baking sheet with the taco shells into the oven and bake for 5-7 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
5. Assemble and Serve
Spoon the spaghetti mixture into the warm taco shells, sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese, and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Tips & Variations
- Make It Cheesy – Add a layer of ricotta cheese inside the taco shell before filling.
- Spice It Up – Add red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce to the meat sauce.
- Use Different Proteins – Try ground turkey, chicken, or even plant-based meat alternatives.
- Go Gluten-Free – Use gluten-free pasta and corn taco shells.
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Spaghetti Tacos are the ultimate mash-up of two favorite comfort foods, making dinner fun and delicious! Give them a try and let us know what you think.
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Spaghetti Tacos
Ingredients
- 16 oz angel hair pasta, 1 package
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 28 oz spaghetti sauce, 1 jar
- 12 taco shells
- ¼ cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325 degrees. Place the taco shells on a baking sheet in a single layer, making sure they are not overlapping.
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add angel hair pasta to the boiling water, and cook for 3-5 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Drain the water and return pasta to the pot.
- Meanwhile, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess fat, then pour in the spaghetti sauce and simmer just a couple minutes until the sauce is heated through. Pour the meat/ sauce mixture into the pot of drained noodles and mix thoroughly until combined.
- Once the oven is preheated, bake the taco shells for 5-7 minutes. Watch them closely as they can quickly go from golden to burnt.
- Spoon pasta mixture into warm taco shells, sprinkle with cheese, and enjoy!
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