Rotel Alfredo Pasta Skillet 🍝🧀🌶️✨
A creamy, cheesy pasta dish with a Tex-Mex kick. Rotel tomatoes, Velveeta, Alfredo, and ground beef come together for a comforting one-pan meal.
Ingredients 🛒
- 1 lb penne noodles (or pasta of choice)
- 2 cans Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies)
- ½ block Velveeta cheese (cubed)
- ¾ cup Alfredo sauce
- ¾ cup milk
- 1 lb ground beef
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions 👩🍳
- Cook pasta: Boil penne noodles until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Brown beef: In a skillet, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Make sauce: Add Rotel, Velveeta cubes, Alfredo sauce, and milk to skillet. Stir until cheese melts and sauce is creamy.
- Combine: Add cooked pasta to skillet. Toss until noodles are coated in sauce.
- Season: Adjust with salt and pepper. Simmer 2–3 minutes to thicken.
- Serve: Enjoy hot, garnished with parsley or extra cheese.
Tips
- Extra indulgence: Add shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack for more cheesiness.
- Variation: Swap beef for chicken or sausage.
- Serving idea: Pair with garlic bread or a crisp salad.
Details
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: ~30 minutes
- Kcal: ~420 per serving
Caption & Engagement
Caption: “Rotel Alfredo Pasta Skillet—creamy, cheesy, and with a Tex-Mex kick 🍝🧀🌶️✨”
- Comment prompt: “Would you keep it mild or add extra spice?”
- Rotating closers: “Save for your next weeknight dinner.” • “Tag a friend who loves cheesy pasta.” • “Comfort food with a spicy twist.”