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Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef Recipe

Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef Recipe
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Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef is the ultimate weeknight comfort dish—savory ground beef and tender rotini pasta tossed in a rich, cheesy sauce spiced with taco seasoning and zesty Rotel tomatoes. It’s hearty, quick to make, and loaded with Tex-Mex flavor, making it a family favorite for any busy evening.

Ingredients

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Pasta

  • 8 ounces rotini pasta

Beef Mixture

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Sauce & Seasoning

  • 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning
  • 1 can (10 ounces) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies (including liquid)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Creamy & Cheesy

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, plus more for garnish (optional)

Optional

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Chopped fresh herbs, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the rotini pasta and cook until al dente, about 8–10 minutes, according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Brown the Beef: While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and break it apart with a spatula. Cook for 6–8 minutes until browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
  3. Add Seasoning and Aromatics: Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the beef. Stir in the water, garlic powder, and onion powder until everything is well combined.
  4. Add Rotel Tomatoes: Pour the entire can of Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies (including liquid) into the skillet. Stir and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 2–3 minutes.
  5. Add Cream & Cheese: Stir in the heavy cream, allowing the sauce to become smooth and creamy. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and mix until the cheese is melted and the sauce is velvety.
  6. Season: Taste the sauce and season with salt and black pepper as desired.
  7. Combine with Pasta: Add the cooked rotini pasta to the skillet. Toss well to coat all the noodles evenly in the creamy beef sauce. Cook for another 2–3 minutes so the pasta can soak up some of the sauce.
  8. Serve: Remove from heat. Serve hot, garnished with extra shredded cheese and chopped fresh herbs if you like.

Notes

  • Swap ground turkey or chicken for the beef for a lighter version.
  • Make it spicier by adding a pinch of cayenne or jalapeños.
  • You can use a different pasta shape if rotini isn’t available.
  • Leftovers keep well for up to 3 days in the fridge; reheat gently with a splash of milk if needed.
  • This dish can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free pasta and checking your taco seasoning.

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Keywords: Rotel pasta, creamy ground beef pasta, Tex-Mex pasta, quick dinner, cheesy pasta, skillet pasta

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