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American Chop Suey Recipe (American Goulash)

American Beef Goulash (AKA Chop Suey) is a classic one skillet dish that everyone loves! This easy goulash recipe is made with a hearty tomato sauce in only about 30 minutes.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 520 kcal
Course: Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 large onion peeled and chopped
  • 1 bell pepper seeded and chopped
  • 4-6 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 28 ounce tomato sauce
  • 15 ounce diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon beef base or bouillon
  • 2 cups dried Macaroni noodles
  • 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1-2 tablespoons hot sauce optional
  • ¼ cup chopped parsley or cilantro for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Set a large saucepot over medium heat. Add the oil, onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté for 3-5 minutes to soften.
  2. Add the ground beef. Stir and brown for 5-8 minutes.
  3. Pour in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, beef base, and macaroni noodles. Use the tomato can to add 15 ounces of water to the pot.
  4. Stir well. Cover and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for 7-9 minutes until the pasta is just cooked through, al dente.
  5. Stir in the cheese and hot sauce. Taste, then season with salt and pepper if desired. Serve warm with a sprinkling of parsley or cilantro.

Notes

  • Use GF noodles to make this gluten free!
  • Use GF noodles to make this gluten free!
  • Also try with ground turkey or chicken.
  • Also try with ground turkey or chicken.
  • Leftovers will keep well for up to 4 days in the refrigerator. Let the dish cool completely before transferring to an airtight container. The flavors get better and better as they sit together, so this recipe is great to make ahead as part of your weekly meal prep!

Nutrition Information

Serving 1.25cup Calories 520kcal (26%) Carbohydrates 41g (14%) Protein 28g (56%) Fat 28g (43%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 11g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 83mg (28%) Sodium 1188mg (50%) Potassium 975mg (28%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 10g (20%) Vitamin A 1578IU (32%) Vitamin C 45mg (50%) Calcium 287mg (29%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 520

% Daily Value*

Serving 1.25cup
Calories 520kcal 26%
Carbohydrates 41g 14%
Protein 28g 56%
Fat 28g 43%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 11g 55%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 83mg 28%
Sodium 1188mg 50%
Potassium 975mg 21%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 10g 20%
Vitamin A 1578IU 32%
Vitamin C 45mg 50%
Calcium 287mg 29%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.