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A creamy one-pot rotini pasta with ground beef, black beans, corn, and melted cheddar cheese in a large dutch oven.
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Rotel Pasta Fiesta - Prepper Protein

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 485kcal

Ingredients

  • 16 oz rotini pasta
  • 1 lb lean ground beef or canned chicken
  • 1 can (10 oz) Rotel Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
  • 4 cups chicken or beef broth
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream or evaporated milk

Instructions

  • Brown the protein in a large dutch oven over medium-high heat until fully cooked, draining any excess fat.
  • Add the taco seasoning, Rotel (including liquid), black beans, and corn to the pot and stir to combine.
  • Incorporate the dry pasta and pour the broth over the mixture until the pasta is mostly submerged.
  • Bring the liquid to a rolling boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  • Once the pasta is al dente and the liquid has reduced to a thick sauce, stir in the shredded cheese and heavy cream until fully melted and emulsified.
  • Remove from heat and allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes to thicken the sauce before serving.