Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef, a perfect dish for cozy weeknight dinners. This recipe is designed for busy families seeking a quick and satisfying meal that doesn’t compromise on taste. With just 30 minutes of preparation, you can enjoy a creamy, cheesy pasta infused with zesty Rotel tomatoes and tender ground beef. The best part? You can easily customize the ingredients based on your personal preferences or what you have on hand, making it as versatile as it is delicious. Whether you’re serving it at a family gathering or just for a casual night in, this dish promises to be a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey/chicken)
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel)
- 8 oz cream cheese (or sour cream)
- 1 cup beef broth (or vegetable broth)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper; cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes with green chilies and mix in cream cheese until melted. Gradually add beef broth while stirring until combined.
- Fold the cooked macaroni into the meat sauce until well-coated.
- Serve warm topped with shredded cheddar cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg