Description
Indulge in a bowl of creamy Rotel pasta, the ultimate comfort food that combines rich creaminess with zesty tomatoes and green chilies. Perfect for cozy evenings or lively gatherings, this dish is both simple to make and bursting with flavor. With its vibrant colors and customizable ingredients, creamy Rotel pasta is sure to impress your family and friends while delivering that nostalgic warmth we all crave.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz short pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 can (10 oz) diced Rotel tomatoes with green chilies
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 lb cooked ground beef or chicken
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add pasta and cook until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- 2. Sauté Protein (if using): In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef/chicken until browned (5-7 minutes). Stir in garlic powder and onion powder.
- 3. Combine Sauce: Add drained Rotel tomatoes and softened cream cheese to the skillet. Mix until creamy (3-4 minutes).
- 4. Mix Pasta: Slowly stir in the drained pasta and shredded cheese. Combine well, adding reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
- 5. Season: Adjust salt and pepper to taste, simmer for another minute, then serve hot!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg