Turkey Chili-A-Roni Recipe

Name: Turkey Chili-A-Roni
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 1 small yellow onion, chopped; 3 large garlic cloves, minced; 1 1/2 teaspoons Mexican seasoning; 2 tablespoons onion flakes; 3/4 lb ground turkey thigh meat; 28 ounces medium salsa; 1/2 cup water; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 8 ounces rotini pasta, uncooked; 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 small yellow onion, chopped
3 large garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons Mexican seasoning
2 tablespoons onion flakes
3/4 lb ground turkey thigh meat
28 ounces medium salsa
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon pepper
8 ounces rotini pasta, uncooked
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

1
Heat olive oil.
2
Saute green bell pepper for while.
3
Add yellow onion and saute for a while.
4
Add minced garlic and saute for while.
5
Add Mexican seasoning and onion flakes and stir.
6
Add ground turkey thigh, crumble and brown until cooked.
7
Meanwhile heat salsa with water, chili powder, dried oregano, sugar and pepper over medium heat.
8
Add cooked ground turkey mixture to salsa mixture and stir.
9
Add rotini and bring to a boil.
10
Reduce heat to low, stir, cover and simmer until rotini is cooked stirring periodically.
11
Remove from heat.
12
Stir in cheddar cheese.
13
Enjoy.

705

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Carbs

Protein

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 green bell pepper, chopped, 1 small yellow onion, chopped, 3 large garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Turkey Chili-A-Roni 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!

Turkey Chili-A-Roni

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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