Easy One-Pot Taco Pasta with Bold Flavor

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 white onion, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 pound lean ground beef or 12 ounces plant-based ground
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning or 1 (1-ounce) packet
• 1 teaspoon smoked or sweet paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (4-ounce) can chopped green chilis, undrained
• 8 ounces elbow pasta
• 2 cups beef or vegetable broth
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce, optional
• Salt, as needed
• Green onions, chopped
• Sour cream
• Lime wedges