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Rotel Pasta

Rotel Pasta

  • Author: easysweetmeal
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

Creamy Rotel Beef Pasta – Tender penne and savory ground beef smothered in a spicy, cheesy Rotel tomato sauce—ready in one pan for an easy, bold weeknight meal

Ingredients

Scale

  • 1 pound penne pasta

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 pound lean ground beef

  • 1 yellow onion, diced

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 (10-ounce) can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained

  • 1 cup beef broth

  • ½ cup heavy cream

  • 4 oz cream cheese, cubed and softened

  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt

  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

  • Fresh chopped cilantro or parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Brown the Beef and Onions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and diced onion. Cook, breaking up the meat, until beef is browned and onions are tender, about 5–7 minutes.

3. Add Garlic

Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

4. Build the Sauce

Add undrained Rotel tomatoes, beef broth, heavy cream, cream cheese cubes, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic salt, cumin, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

5. Simmer and Thicken

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cream cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.

6. Melt in Cheddar Cheese

Lower heat to low and add shredded cheddar cheese. Stir continuously until melted and the sauce is smooth.

7. Combine Pasta and Sauce

Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet. Toss thoroughly to coat the pasta evenly with the creamy Rotel sauce.

8. Serve

Plate the pasta hot, garnished with fresh chopped cilantro or parsley if desired. Enjoy immediately.

Notes

  • This recipe balances creaminess and spice for a comforting dish everyone will enjoy.

  • Perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a hungry crowd.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://easysweetmeal.com/rotel-pasta/