American Chop Suey (Pasta Shells With Meat) Recipe

Name: American Chop Suey (Pasta Shells With Meat)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces (i omitted); 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 large yellow onion, diced; 1 green pepper, cored and diced (i omitted as well); 1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning; 1 lb lean ground beef (i used turkey or chicken); 398 ml diced tomatoes; 398 ml tomato sauce; 1 cup chicken broth; 1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce; 2 cups whole wheat elbow macaroni; salt & freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

4 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces (i omitted)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large yellow onion, diced
1 green pepper, cored and diced (i omitted as well)
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 lb lean ground beef (i used turkey or chicken)
398 ml diced tomatoes
398 ml tomato sauce
1 cup chicken broth
1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 cups whole wheat elbow macaroni
salt & freshly ground black pepper

1
(In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook bacon for about 2 minutes or until it renders enough fat to lightly coat pan.) or just use vegetable oil to coat pan.
2
Add garlic, onion, (bell pepper), and Italian seasoning and cook until onion just begins to soften, about 5 minutes.
3
Increase heat to high. Add beef(or ground chicken) and saute, breaking up with a wooden spoon , until lightly browned , about 5 minutes.
4
Mix in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, soy sauce and macaroni.
5
Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender, about 14 minutes.
6
Season to taste with Salt and Pepper and enjoy!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces (i omitted), 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 large yellow onion, diced, 1 green pepper, cored and diced (i omitted as well), and more.

Yes, American Chop Suey (Pasta Shells With Meat) falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

American Chop Suey (Pasta Shells With Meat)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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