Ingredients
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To make a perfect Cheesy Rotel Pasta Bake, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 12 oz pasta (any shape you prefer)
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or a blend works best)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
These ingredients are easy to find, making this recipe accessible for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned cook!
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- In a bowl, mix cooked pasta, Rotel tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and optional chicken.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and transfer mixture to a greased baking dish, topping with extra cheese.
- Bake for 25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the recipe by adding more vegetables or different types of cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg