Skinny Chili Mac Casserole Recipe

Name: Skinny Chili Mac Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup Rotini Pasta; 1 lb Lean, Ground Turkey; 1 small Onion, Diced; 1 tbsp Garlic, Minced; 16 oz Kidney Beans; 14 1/2 oz Diced Tomatoes; 6 oz Tomato Paste; 1 tbsp Taco Seasoning (Or More For Desired Taste); 1 cup Reduced Fat Mexican Shredded Cheese Blend; 2 tbsp Olive Oil

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 375F.
2
Cook pasta according to package instructions and add 1 tsp salt to boiling water.
3
In a large skillet over medium heat, add extra virgin olive oil.
4
Brown onion, minced garlic and turkey for 7-10 minutes until onions have softened and turkey is browned and cooked.
5
Add in chili beans, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chili powder, ground cumin and black pepper.
6
Stir all ingredients together over low heat.
7
After pasta has been cooked and drained, add pasta to turkey and bean mixture.
8
Mix all ingredients together with a spoon or spatula, and transfer ingredients to a casserole dish.
9
Sprinkle 1 cup of reduced-fat shredded Mexican cheese blend on top.
10
Bake chili mac in oven for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
11
* This dish freezes nicely.
12
To freeze, omit the cheese and baking.
13
After mixing all the ingredients together on stove top, add to a container and freeze.
14
Before serving, thaw mixture, add to casserole dish, top with cheese and bake to heat through.

777

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

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup Rotini Pasta, 1 lb Lean, Ground Turkey, 1 small Onion, Diced, 1 tbsp Garlic, Minced, and more.

Yes, Skinny Chili Mac Casserole 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!

Skinny Chili Mac Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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