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Creamy Rotel Pasta Recipe

Creamy Rotel Pasta Recipe

Creamy, cheesy pasta loaded with bold Rotel flavor and tender ground beef. An easy, comforting dinner ready in under 30 minutes.

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 5
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz penne or rotini pasta
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 can 10 oz Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup cream cheese softened
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease.
  3. Stir in Rotel (with juices), garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer 3–4 minutes.
  4. Add heavy cream and cream cheese. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  5. Mix in shredded cheddar until melted.
  6. Add cooked pasta to skillet and toss until fully coated in sauce.
  7. Serve warm, topped with green onions or extra cheese if desired.

Notes

  • Use mild or hot Rotel depending on spice preference.
  • Add a splash of pasta water if sauce becomes too thick.
  • Substitute ground turkey for a lighter version.