Baked Chili Mac Recipe

Name: Baked Chili Mac
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni (we use Mission lower-carb macaroni); 1 1 lb ground chicken or 1 lb ground turkey; 1 cup chopped yellow onion; 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 4 cloves); 1 (14 -15 ounce) can chopped peeled tomatoes, with juice; 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste; 1 (7 ounce) can chopped mild green chilies, with liquid; 1 (15 ounce) can black beans or (15 ounce) can black soybeans, drained; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon dried ancho chile powder; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon salt; Tabasco sauce, to taste; 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni (we use Mission lower-carb macaroni)
1 1 lb ground chicken or 1 lb ground turkey
1 cup chopped yellow onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 4 cloves)
1 (14 -15 ounce) can chopped peeled tomatoes, with juice
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (7 ounce) can chopped mild green chilies, with liquid
1 (15 ounce) can black beans or (15 ounce) can black soybeans, drained
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dried ancho chile powder
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
Tabasco sauce, to taste
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente (if using regular macaroni this will take about 6 to 7 minutes, if using lower-carb versions it'll take about 15 minutes); drain and set aside.
3
While pasta is cooking, in a large saute pan cook the ground meat, onion, and garlic until meat is browned, about 5 to 7 minutes; drain fat if desired or necessary.
4
Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, mild green chiles, beans, chili powder, ancho, oregano, cumin, pepper, salt, and tabasco (to taste) and simmer for 5 minutes.
5
Add the cooked macaroni and stir well to incorporate.
6
Pour mixture into a lightly pan-sprayed large casserole dish and sprinkle with the cheddar cheese.
7
Bake at 350 degrees F for 20 to 30 minutes or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
8
Serve with a bit of sour cream for topping and veggies.

296

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni (we use Mission lower-carb macaroni), 1 1 lb ground chicken or 1 lb ground turkey, 1 cup chopped yellow onion, 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 4 cloves), and more.

Yes, Baked Chili Mac falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Baked Chili Mac

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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