Gluten Free Taco Pasta Bake

Name: Gluten Free Taco Pasta Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: Gluten Free
Ingredients: 1 pound Ground Beef1 Tbsp. Chili Powder2 tsp. Garlic Powder2 tsp. Ground Coriander1 tsp. Ground Cumin1 tsp. Smoked Paprika1/2 tsp. Sea Salt1/2 tsp. Ground Black Pepper1 small Yellow Onion, chopped15 ounce can Tomato Sauce14.5 ounce can Diced Tomatoes1/2 cup Water1/2 cup Beef Broth12 ounces Gluten Free Penne Pasta1/2 cup Sour Cream1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded

This easy recipe for gluten free pasta taco bake is the perfect casserole for dinner! It's simple to make with ground beef, cheese and homemade taco seasoning. I made this cheesy dish in a skillet, but you could also use a baking dish.

a cast iron skillet and a small white plate of gluten free taco pasta bake with a pinch bowl of salt and pepper and a bowl of sour cream

Cast iron skillets are one of my favorite cooking essentials. I love how easily they go from the stovetop to the oven with everything all in one pan. When properly seasoned they are easily cleaned up with some water a bit of scrubbing with a chain scrubber or dish brush.

If you are looking for more pasta recipes try my Gluten Free Ground Beef Pasta Casserole, my Gluten Free Creamy Beef and Mushroom Pasta, my Gluten Free Chicken Parmesan Pasta Casserole or my Gluten Free Instant Pot Italian Style Pasta and Bean Soup.

You can find all of my gluten free meal recipes here: Gluten Free Meals Recipes

a cast iron skillet of gluten free taco pasta bake with a pinch bowl of salt and pepper and a bowl of sour cream

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Gluten Free Taco Pasta Bake

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

Using a cast iron skillet or frying pan cook your beef on medium heat until there is very little pink and then add the chopped onions, chili powder, garlic powder, coriander, cumin, paprika, sea salt and pepper. Cook until onions are translucent.

Add the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, water, broth, pasta, sour cream and ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese. Stir the mixture to combine.

If you are using a cast iron skillet top the mixture with the rest of your shredded cheese and it's ready to bake. If you are using a frying pan pour the mixture into a 9x13 baking dish and then top with cheese.

Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes. The dish will be bubbly and the cheese will be melted when it's done.

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Top Tip

You could easily substitute chicken in this recipe if you would like. Cook the chicken completely and then add the onion to the pan to cook until it's translucent. Follow the instructions from there below in the recipe card. You could also omit meat completely if that's what works for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I clean and season my cast iron skillet?

I love to cook with cast iron. It evenly heats and is easy to clean. I like to use this U-picks Cast Iron Skillet Cleaner Chainmail Scrubber that I got from Amazon. I rinse the pan with hot water to remove any loose food and leftover oil. Then I use the chainmail scrubber to lift up any bits of food left.

I place the pan on the stove top at medium heat and let it dry completely. Then I pour a tablespoon of oil on the pan and rub it onto the entire inside of the pan with a paper towel. Remove the skillet from heat and it's ready for your next meal.

Remember to never put your cast iron skillet into the dishwasher.

What type of pasta should I use for this casserole?

I'm a big fan of gluten free brown rice pasta. I like how well it holds up to being baked and doesn't get soggy. I also think brown rice pasta has a nice texture and is the closest thing I've found to regular wheat pasta.

Some of my favorite brown rice pasta brands are: Jovial, Tinkyada, Trader Joe's

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