Best 3 Rotel Hotdish Recipes

Rotel hotdish, a hearty and comforting casserole dish, is a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed by families for generations. This versatile dish can be customized to suit your own taste preferences, with a variety of ingredients and flavors that come together to create a delicious and satisfying meal. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a special dish to serve at a potluck or gathering, rotel hotdish is sure to be a hit.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

RO*TEL® HOTDISH

Ro*tel® Hotdish image

This is a hotdish my mother thought of. It's an easy, quick, and tasty meal that will satisfy almost everyone.

Provided by LemonPie

Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes Noodles

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 (14 ounce) package macaroni and cheese mix
1 ½ pounds ground beef
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
½ cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as RO*TEL®)
3 slices American cheese, or more to taste

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook macaroni noodles, without the cheese powder packet, until almost tender and firm to the bite, about 7 minutes.
In the meantime, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef, bell pepper, and onion; cook until beef is browned and crumbly, 6 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and cayenne pepper. Drain and discard grease if desired.
Drain macaroni and place in a casserole dish. Add the cheese powder packet, diced tomatoes with green chiles, and the sauteed beef and vegetables. Stir well. Lay American cheese slices on top, covering filling as well as possible.
Bake in the preheated oven until piping hot throughout and cheese is melted, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool briefly before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535 calories, Carbohydrate 48.3 g, Cholesterol 90.5 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 32.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 1357.6 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

TWIST ON ROTEL DIP

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This is a different take on the classic rotel dip. It amkes it a little more substantial and flavorful. Enjoy!

Provided by hotdish

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 1 batch, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
2 lbs Velveeta cheese
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
2 (15 ounce) cans rotel (whichever variety you prefer)
1 jalapeno, minced
1 cup diced green onion
1 (4 ounce) can chopped black olives
1 tablespoon chili powder

Steps:

Brown ground beef and drain.
Add velveeta, stir until melted.
Stir in all other ingredients.
Allow to heat through.
Serve warm or keep warm in crock pot.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 513.1, Fat 28.4, SaturatedFat 15.9, Cholesterol 102.5, Sodium 1823, Carbohydrate 34, Fiber 8.3, Sugar 7.6, Protein 31.6

ROTEL MACARONI AND CHEESE

Rotel Macaroni and Cheese image

This dish is so simple, yet so delicious. I've been making this for years, and never get tired of it. Usually this is served as a side dish, but I've eaten it as the main course before too! You can use ONE can of original Rotel if you want. 2 cans of original make it SUPER hot. Go for it if you're brave! ;-)

Provided by Photo Momma

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
2 (10 1/2 ounce) rotel, mild
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
8 ounces elbow macaroni
8 ounces sour cream
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Cook elbow macaroni according to package directions.
While this is cooking, in a 9" x 13" dish, mix the diced tomatoes with mild green chilies, mushroom soup, and sour cream.
Stir in half of the mozzarella cheese and half of the cheddar cheese.
When macaroni is cooked and drained, mix with the soup mixture.
Top with remaining cheeses and bake for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.8, Fat 16.8, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 39, Sodium 731.5, Carbohydrate 29.5, Fiber 1, Sugar 1.3, Protein 12.6

Tips:

Consider using ground venison, ground turkey, or MorningStar vegan crumbles for a healthier twist to this dish.
If you're a fan of spicy food, kick up the heat by adding diced jalapeños or a dash of cayenne pepper.
Add some chopped bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms to the pan before browning the ground beef for extra veggies.
To make the dish even cheesier, sprinkle a layer of shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese over the top before baking.
Serve with a side of sour cream, guacamole, or salsa for an extra burst of flavor.

Conclusion:

Rotel hotdish is a classic Midwestern comfort food that's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its combination of ground beef, pasta, tomatoes, and cheese, it's a hearty and satisfying dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal or a potluck gathering. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe that the whole family will love, give Rotel hotdish a try.