This Cheesy Beef Rotini is the kind of skillet dinner that turns simple pantry ingredients into something deeply satisfying. Tender spirals of pasta are tossed with seasoned ground beef and a rich, creamy cheese sauce, creating a hearty one-pan meal with plenty of savory flavor in every bite.
The rotini is especially perfect here because its ridges and spirals catch the creamy sauce, while the browned beef adds a hearty texture throughout. A blend of cheddar and melty Monterey Jack gives the sauce a smooth, cheesy finish without overpowering the beef.
What makes this dish so appealing is its simplicity. Everything comes together in one skillet, making it an easy choice for busy weeknights when you want something comforting without a pile of dishes afterward. The sauce thickens around the pasta as it rests, giving every forkful that creamy, cheesy coating.
Serve it straight from the skillet with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and extra cheese. It is warm, filling, family-friendly, and exactly the kind of dinner that disappears quickly.
Servings: 6
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
