Description
Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef is a delightful one-pot wonder that’s perfect for busy weeknights. With its creamy sauce, zesty Rotel tomatoes, and savory ground beef, this dish combines comforting flavors that appeal to the whole family. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up a mouthwatering meal that feels indulgent yet easy to make. It’s sure to become a staple in your household!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp chili powder
Instructions
- Sauté onion and garlic in a large skillet over medium heat until translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Mix in Rotel tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in cubed cream cheese until melted and smooth.
- Fold in cooked pasta and shredded cheese; heat through for another 3-4 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg