Description
One-Pan Cheeseburger Tater Tot Pasta is a comforting and delicious dish that combines savory ground beef, creamy cheese, and crispy tater tots into a delightful meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pan recipe is easy to prepare and will satisfy even the pickiest eaters. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, it’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups short pasta (like penne or rotini)
- 2 cups frozen tater tots
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until onions are translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in uncooked pasta and beef broth; bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 10 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Spread frozen tater tots evenly over the top; bake uncovered at 425°F for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle with cheddar cheese, and bake for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg