Mexican Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

Spice up your spaghetti night with this vibrant Mexican Spaghetti Sauce! A delicious twist on a classic, this recipe combines savory beef, hearty beans, and zesty Mexican flavors for a quick and easy weeknight meal the whole family will love. Ready in under 30 minutes!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 200.3 kcal
Protein 28g
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Ingredients for Mexican Spaghetti Sauce

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How to Make Mexican Spaghetti Sauce

  1. In a large skillet, brown 1 lb ground beef and 1 medium onion (chopped) over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. In a large saucepan, combine 24 oz jar of your favorite spaghetti sauce, 1 (15-ounce) can of kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 cup frozen corn, ½ cup salsa, 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chilies (undrained), 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Stir in the cooked beef and onion mixture.
  4. Bring the sauce to a boil over medium-high heat.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the flavors to meld.
  6. Serve the Mexican Spaghetti Sauce over your favorite cooked spaghetti. Garnish with shredded cheese and sour cream, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

30g

Fat

10g

Carbs

8g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mexican Spaghetti Sauce?

Mexican Spaghetti Sauce takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mexican Spaghetti Sauce?

Mexican Spaghetti Sauce has approximately 200.3 calories per serving, with about 28 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mexican Spaghetti Sauce?

The key ingredients for Mexican Spaghetti Sauce are Lean Ground Beef, Onion, Meatless Spaghetti Sauce, Black Beans, Diced Tomatoes, White And Yellow Corn. See the full list with measurements above.

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