More ‘cowboy’ recipes you’ve got to try out next: cowboy breakfast casserole, cowboy hamburger soup, and cowboy beans! They’re all so hearty and chock full of the best mix-ins. Perfect for potlucks and get-togethers as the weather warms up!
What is Cowboy Spaghetti?
Just the hearty, flavorful dinner you need this week. Cowboy spaghetti takes classic tomato pasta and makes it even better by throwing in sliced jalapenos for heat, allll the bacon, shredded cheddar cheese instead of parmesan, and smoky rotel tomatoes! One bite and you’ll be obsessed. I know you might be thinking that a Tex-Mex twist on a classic Italian dish sounds odd, but trust me! It works. It’s so hearty and full of flavor, you won’t be able to resist getting a second helping! Let’s get into all of the tasty ingredients you’ll need to make it.
Ingredients in Cowboy Spaghetti
For easy prep, cowboy spaghetti uses a lot of simple spices and canned goods. It’s the best! The beauty is in the mix-ins, so feel free to add in any other hearty ingredients you’d like- diced green chilis, salsa, other types of cheese, you name it! And as always, exact measurement are in the recipe card below.
Dry Spaghetti: To soak up all the delicious sauce! You can also use other types of pasta as well, whatever you have on hand! Chopped Bacon: Adds a delicious, meaty twist to the dish. Lean Ground Beef: The main protein in cowboy spaghetti. You can also sub it out for ground turkey or even sausage. Onion and Garlic: Get minced and added into the meat mixture to give it more flavor. Seasonings and Spices: I used a mix of chili powder, salt, and pepper. You could swap out the chili powder for smoked paprika if you wanted something a little warmer and smokier with less heat. Worcestershire Sauce: Adds a complex savory and tangy flavor. Rotel Tomatoes, Undrained: Rotel diced tomatoes with green chiles adds a bit of spice and texture to the sauce. Use mild or hot, depending on your spice preference. Tomato Sauce: This adds body and acidity to the sauce. Shredded Cheddar Cheese: Perfect for sprinkling on top. It gets nice and melty! Green Scallions, Diced for Garnish: These add a fresh, oniony bite and pop of color. Jalapeno, Sliced for Garnish (optional, but highly recommended!): If you like things spicy, jalapeno adds a fresh kick to the dish.
How to Make It
Ready in 20 minutes, cowboy spaghetti is the best weeknight dinner! With all of its hearty mix-ins, it’s sure to satisfy everyone. Need more quick and easy dinner inspo? Here’s my full list of 30-minute meals!
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