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Cajun Beef Rotini

Cajun Beef Rotini

Creamy Cajun Beef Rotini recipe, a one-pot miracle dinner with Velveeta! Ready in just 35 minutes. Easy, spicy, and perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 680
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2.25 lbs ground beef 80/20 recommended
  • 1 16 oz block Velveeta cheese cubed
  • 1 8 oz block cream cheese softened
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • 8 oz rotini pasta or bowtie/farfalle
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning or to taste
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper optional, for extra heat
  • 2 cups water or beef broth
  • to taste chopped fresh parsley or green onions for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven 5-6 quarts
  • Wooden spoon or sturdy spatula
  • Measuring spoons
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Serving spoon

Method
 

  1. Brown the ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon.
  2. Reduce heat to medium and add Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and optional cayenne; stir for about a minute.
  3. Stir in the dry rotini pasta, followed by the cream of chicken soup and water or broth, ensuring the pasta is submerged.
  4. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover; cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Uncover and reduce heat to low; add cubed Velveeta and softened cream cheese, stirring until melted into a smooth sauce.
  6. Let sit for 5 minutes to thicken, stir again, and garnish with parsley or green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 680kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 42gFat: 41gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 920mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Feel free to substitute ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or a plant-based crumble, and adjust the cheese for a lighter version.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
To reheat, add a splash of milk or broth to loosen the sauce.
Always taste and adjust seasoning after adding cheese for optimal flavor!
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