Easy Chili Mac
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5
Easy Chili Mac
Description
Easy Chili Mac brings together browned ground beef cooked with onions and green bell peppers, simmered in stewed tomatoes and taco seasoning for a mildly spiced sauce. The pasta is cooked until just tender, then combined with the chili mixture, allowing the flavors to meld during a brief simmer. Finally, shredded cheddar cheese is stirred in, melting into the dish to add richness and a creamy texture. The balance of tender pasta, seasoned meat, and melted cheese creates a filling meal with approachable chili flavoring.
The preparation involves cooking the pasta slightly less than package directions, which helps it maintain texture when combined with the sauce. Simmering the meat mixture with stewed tomatoes and taco seasoning develops the chili taste without being overly hot. Adding the cheese at the end ensures a smooth, melted topping that brings harmony to the components.
Easy Chili Mac works well as a standalone meal and pairs nicely with simple sides like a green salad or steamed vegetables. Its combination of pantry staples and straightforward steps makes it accessible for weekday meals when comfort food is desired.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef , 85/15
- 1 medium onion , chopped
- 1 green bell pepper , chopped
- 1 can stewed tomatoes undrained (14.5 ounces, Mexican or chili-style
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning or 1 packet of taco seasoning mix, homemade
- 2 cups elbow macaroni , or small shells
- 2 cups cheddar cheese , shredded
Instructions
- Cook the pasta two minutes shy of the package instructions, rinse and let cool.
- In a large skillet, cook ground beef, onion, and green pepper over medium heat 5 minutes, or until beef is no longer pink; drain.
- Stir in tomatoes, water and taco seasoning. Simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add pasta back into pot, stir well to combine and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add in cheese, stir well and serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 517 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 517kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 42g | 14% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Cholesterol | 91mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 454mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 567mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 584IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 23mg | 26% |
| Calcium | 322mg | 32% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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