Description
Rotel Pasta Fiesta is a quick and flavorful pasta dish featuring ground beef or turkey, Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, creamy cheese, and a touch of taco seasoning. Perfect for a fun family dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef or turkey
- 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies
- 12 oz Pasta (penne, rotini, or elbow)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Taco seasoning
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook ground beef or turkey with garlic powder until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add Rotel tomatoes and green chilies, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer 5 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and cooked pasta. Mix until well combined.
- Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top and cook until melted.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use your preferred type of pasta; whole wheat or gluten-free works as well.
- For a spicier version, use Rotel with extra hot green chilies.
- Can prepare ahead and reheat for quick meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American / Tex-Mex