Description
Rotel Pasta Fiesta is a creamy, cheesy Tex-Mex pasta packed with tender ground beef, spicy Rotel tomatoes, and a rich cheddar cream sauce. This one-pan dinner is quick, comforting, and full of bold flavor—perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies (undrained)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp taco seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef or turkey over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Add Rotel tomatoes, taco seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted into a creamy sauce.
- Fold in the cooked pasta until fully coated.
- Garnish with cilantro or parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use extra Rotel for more heat.
- Swap cheddar with pepper jack for a spicier version.
- Add corn or black beans to bulk it up.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex