Chili Mac
User Reviews
3.8
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
480 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Chili Mac
Description
Chili Mac features ground beef cooked with a chili seasoning blend and tomato sauce sweetened slightly with brown sugar. After simmering, the chili mixture is combined with cooked macaroni pasta. Incorporating chili sauce into the mix intensifies the overall flavor, providing a slightly tangy and sweet edge characteristic of this dish. The finished chili mac is topped with shredded cheese, onions, and sour cream, adding creamy, sharp, and fresh textures that complement the robust meat and tomato base.
The pasta absorbs some of the chili sauce, creating a cohesive and satisfying one-pot style meal. Serving it with the recommended cheese and sour cream toppings offers a nice balance of richness and freshness. This dish works well for a family dinner or casual gathering where a warm, filling entrée is desired.
Ground beef can be substituted with turkey if preferred, and different pasta shapes may be used. The chili sauce is a key ingredient for its flavor contribution, so omitting it is not suggested.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 1 packet chili seasoning or your own mix
- 29 ounce tomato sauce canned
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 pound macaroni
- 1/2 cup chili sauce Heniz
- cheese for topping, shredded cheese, diced onion
- onion
- sour cream
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain the fat and add the chili seasoning, tomato sauce, and brown sugar.
- Stir to combine and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes.
- While the chili is simmering, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook according to package directions. Drain the macaroni and return to the pot.
- Pour the chili into the pan with the cooked macaroni. Add the chili sauce and stir to combine.
- Serve with cheese, onions, and sour cream.
Notes
- Ground beef may be replaced with turkey for a leaner option.
- Any pasta shape can be used according to preference.
- Heinz brand chili sauce is recommended and can be found near ketchup; it adds essential flavor and should not be omitted.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 480 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 480kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 54g | 18% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 828mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 765mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 685IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 9.9mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 46mg | 5% |
| Iron | 3.6mg | 20% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
3.8
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