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Southwestern Pulled Pork Pasta Skillet Recipe

Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time20 mins
Course: Main Dish
Servings: 8 people

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Smoked Pulled Pork Cooked
  • 16 oz Rotini Pasta
  • 1 Sweet Red Pepper Chopped
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 1 can Ro-tel Undrained
  • 1 can Whole Kernal Corn Drained
  • 1/2 cup Beef Broth
  • 1 1/4 cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions Chopped
  • 1 tbsp Butter
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 3 Garlic Cloves Minced
  • 1 tsp Cumin Ground
  • 1 tsp Pepper
  • 1/4 tsp Salt

Instructions

  • Cook rotini pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute chopped red pepper and onion in butter and oil until tender.
  • Add garlic; saute for 1 minute longer.
  • Stir in the cooked pork, tomatoes (Ro-tel), corn, broth, cumin, pepper, and salt; heat through.
  • Drain pasta. Add pasta and cheese to pork mixture; stir until blended.
  • Sprinkle with green onions.

Notes

Freeze Option:
Freeze cooled pasta mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Place in a shallow microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high until heated through.
Sides:
Pair this meal with a cup of raw baby spinach for a refreshing side dish.