Chili Pasta Grande Recipe

Name: Chili Pasta Grande
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 c. green pepper, chopped; 1/2 c. onion, chopped; 1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes, chopped; 1 (15 oz.) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained; 1 pickled jalapeno pepper, chopped (about 1 Tbsp.); 2 tsp. chili powder; 1/4 tsp. ground cumin; 6 to 8 oz. mostaccioli or elbow macaroni, cooked and drained; Pam cooking spray; 1/2 c. fat-free sour cream (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Spray large skillet with Pam.
2
Heat over medium heat.
3
Add green pepper and onion.
4
Cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes. Add undrained chopped tomatoes, kidney beans, jalapeno pepper, chili powder and cumin.
5
Bring to a boil.
6
Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes.
7
Toss with cooked macaroni. Garnish with sour cream, if desired.
8
Serve with bread sticks, Mexican cornbread or cornsticks and a salad.
9
Ole.

120

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 c. green pepper, chopped, 1/2 c. onion, chopped, 1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes, chopped, 1 (15 oz.) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained, and more.

Yes, Chili Pasta Grande 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!

Chili Pasta Grande

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Variations & substitutions

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