Chasta (Chili and Pasta Dish) Recipe

Name: Chasta (Chili and Pasta Dish)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey or 1 lb beef, browned; 1 (16 ounce) can chicken (optional) or 1 (16 ounce) cancubed cooked chicken breasts (optional); 1 lb acini di pepe pasta, no. 70 organic whole wheat pasta, cooked or 1 lb other tiny pasta, cooked; 1 red onion, diced; 1 green pepper, diced; 1 -2 tablespoon minced garlic; 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste; 2 (14 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained; 1 (30 ounce) can black beans, rinsed (or bean of your choice); 1 (15 ounce) can white corn kernels, drained; 1 (6 ounce) can enchilada sauce (or less, depending on taste preference); 1 (1 1/4 ounce) packageold el paso mild taco seasoning; 1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing, dry; 1 (32 ounce) containerof progresso chicken broth; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste; cayenne pepper, to taste (approx 1-2 tsp for medium heat)

Servings: persons

1 lb ground turkey or 1 lb beef, browned
1 (16 ounce) can chicken (optional) or 1 (16 ounce) cancubed cooked chicken breasts (optional)
1 lb acini di pepe pasta, no. 70 organic whole wheat pasta, cooked or 1 lb other tiny pasta, cooked
1 red onion, diced
1 green pepper, diced
1 -2 tablespoon minced garlic
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 (14 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (30 ounce) can black beans, rinsed (or bean of your choice)
1 (15 ounce) can white corn kernels, drained
1 (6 ounce) can enchilada sauce (or less, depending on taste preference)
1 (1 1/4 ounce) packageold el paso mild taco seasoning
1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing, dry
1 (32 ounce) containerof progresso chicken broth
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
cayenne pepper, to taste (approx 1-2 tsp for medium heat)

1
Put pasta into a pot large enough to hold the rest of the ingredients when everything is combined.
2
Boil according to package directions, drain and return to pot.
3
We use whole wheat pasta, but really anything TINY (like balls) will do.
4
While pasta is cooking, brown the ground turkey or beef with the green pepper and onions in a large pan, using salt, pepper and cayenne to taste.
5
Add chicken, garlic and packets of taco seasoning and ranch seasoning, cook for two minutes while stirring.
6
Stir in UNDRAINED diced tomatoes, enchilada sauce and tomato paste, cooking until liquid reduces a little.
7
Put entire meat mixture into the pot containing the drained, cooked pasta and stir.
8
Add drained corn, beans and chicken soup and bring to a boil.
9
Reduce heat and cook, stirring occasionally for up to 1 hour.
10
You may add more chicken broth if you like more liquid with your chili.

819

kcal

Calories

Fat

110

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground turkey or 1 lb beef, browned, 1 (16 ounce) can chicken (optional) or 1 (16 ounce) cancubed cooked chicken breasts (optional), 1 lb acini di pepe pasta, no. 70 organic whole wheat pasta, cooked or 1 lb other tiny pasta, cooked, 1 red onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Chasta (Chili and Pasta Dish) 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.

Chasta (Chili and Pasta Dish)

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