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Rotel Chicken Pasta

Rotel Chicken Pasta

This creamy, cheesy southern-style pasta combines tender chicken, zesty Rotel tomatoes, and melty Velveeta for a comforting weeknight dinner that’s ready in under 30 minutes. It’s a family favorite rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced with a gentle spicy kick.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
  • 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
  • 8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 8 oz spaghetti or other pasta
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup milk or heavy cream
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp paprika or taco seasoning
  • salt and black pepper, to taste
  • fresh parsley or shredded cheddar, for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • large pot for boiling pasta
  • skillet or saucepan for melting cheese and combining ingredients
  • mixing spoon to stir sauce and pasta
  • colander to drain pasta
  • measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, shred or chop cooked chicken and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, add chicken broth, Rotel, and Velveeta cubes. Stir constantly until melted and smooth.
  4. Stir in milk, garlic powder, and paprika. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
  5. Add the cooked pasta and shredded chicken to the skillet. Toss until everything is coated evenly in the sauce.
  6. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 3–5 minutes to thicken the sauce and blend flavors.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with parsley or shredded cheese. Enjoy warm and creamy!

Nutrition

Calories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 32gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 890mgPotassium: 420mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 950IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 320mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken for speed, or swap Velveeta for cream cheese or cheddar for a lighter twist. For extra flavor, add taco seasoning or a dash of smoked paprika. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheat with a splash of milk or broth to keep it creamy.

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