Mexican Scramble (Diabetic) Recipe

Name: Mexican Scramble (Diabetic)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground chuck; 1 large onion, chopped; 1/2 green pepper, diced; 1 (15 1/4 ounce) can corn, drained, rinsed; 1 (10 ounce) can Rotel Tomatoes; 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon chili powder (or more); 1 cup cooked macaroni; 1 tablespoon cornstarch, dissolved in 1/4 cup cold water

Servings: persons

1 lb ground chuck
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 green pepper, diced
1 (15 1/4 ounce) can corn, drained, rinsed
1 (10 ounce) can Rotel Tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder (or more)
1 cup cooked macaroni
1 tablespoon cornstarch, dissolved in 1/4 cup cold water

1
In a large skillet over medium heat, brown and drain ground chuck.
2
Add onion, green pepper, corn, tomatoes and green chilies, tomato sauce, salt, pepper, and chili powder; mix well.
3
Cook uncovered over medium heat for 15 minutes; stir periodically.
4
Add macaroni and cornstarch dissolved in water; stir well.
5
Continue cooking and stirring over medium heat until mixture thickens, about 2 to 3 minutes.
6
Exchanges Per Serving: 3 Lean Meat, 1 1/2 Starch, 1 Vegetable, 1/2 Fat.
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Nutrition Facts: Calories 329; Calories from Fat 117; Total Fat 13g; Saturated Fat 5g; Cholesterol 75mg; Sodium 548mg; Carbohydrate 27g; Dietary Fiber 3g; Sugars 5g; Protein 26g.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground chuck, 1 large onion, chopped, 1/2 green pepper, diced, 1 (15 1/4 ounce) can corn, drained, rinsed, and more.

Yes, Mexican Scramble (Diabetic) 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!

Mexican Scramble (Diabetic)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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