Easy Gluten-Free Slow Cooker Taco Pasta

Make a simple, flavor-packed meal with Gluten-Free Slow Cooker Taco Pasta using pantry-style ingredients and gluten-free Rotini Pasta! This meal is a family favorite and crowd-pleaser with its cheesy taco flavor!

We are all about slow cooker recipes and simple meals. This Gluten-Free Slow Cooker Taco Pasta is a great way to let dinner cook while you get homework or errands done, then come home and quickly combine the pasta and let it all warm up!

What you’ll love about Slow Cooker Taco Pasta:

• Easy to make gluten-free with a simple swap.
• Kid-Friendly and full of great flavor!
• Perfect for busy weeknights!
• Customize with additional spices and seasonings.

Ingredients for Taco Pasta in the Slow Cooker:

• Gluten-Free Rotini Pasta
• Olive Oil
• Red Onion
• Ground Beef Chuck
• Gluten-Free Taco Seasoning
• Bell Peppers
• Beef Broth
• Marinara Sauce
• Sour Cream
• Cheddar Cheese

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Cook the pasta according to the directions on the package. Drain and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to prevent the pasta from sticking together. This step can be done once the slow cooker ingredients are done (after about 2 1/2 hours), or it can be done in advance and set aside and chilled until ready to combine.
2. In a skillet on medium-high heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the diced onions, and cook until soft.
3. Add the ground beef and break it into pieces, sprinkle the taco seasoning, and mix well. Cook the ground beef until it is no longer pink.
4. Drain any excess fat off if needed, and add the cooked meat to the slow cooker.
5. Add the diced bell peppers and mix well.
6. Pour in the beef broth and Marinara sauce, mix well.
7. Cook on LOW for 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
8. Add in the sour cream; to avoid curdling, mix a bit of hot broth in a small bowl with the sour cream before adding it to the slow cooker.
9. Continue to mix until well combined.
10. Add in the cooked pasta and mix well.
11. Sprinkle the cheese and mix it into the ingredients.
12. Cook on LOW for 30 more minutes until the pasta is warmed.
13. Serve.

Tips for Making Slow Cooker Taco Pasta:

• Make it spicy with Cayenne Pepper or Red Pepper Flakes.
• Use high-quality Gluten-Free Pasta such as Jovial, Barilla, or Good & Gather. Fully drain the pasta and rinse if using gluten-free.
• Make it ahead by browning the meat the night before and preparing the pasta. Store in the fridge until you are ready to add to the slow cooker or Crockpot.

• Make sure to add the cooked pasta at the end of the cooking time as written in the recipe instructions so that it does not get mushy.
• Swap the envelope of taco seasoning with 2 tablespoons of homemade seasoning.

How to store leftovers:

Once fully cooled, store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave on a microwave-safe plate for 1-2 minutes. If needed, add a splash of broth to help soften the pasta.

Gluten-Free Slow Cooker Taco Pasta is a quick, simple meal to make during the week with a little bit of help from your Slow Cooker or Crockpot to be able to let it cook while you get other things done!

More Gluten-Free Slow Cooker Recipes:

• Easy Slow Cooker Beef Teriyaki Freezer Meal and Gluten-Free

• Gluten-Free Slow Cooker Baked Potato Soup

• Gluten-Free Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti (Slow Cooker Recipe)

• Gluten-Free Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Soup