Description
Turkey Taco Chili Mac is a comforting and flavorful dish that merges the best of chili and mac and cheese. This easy-to-make recipe features tender pasta enveloped in a zesty turkey taco sauce, topped with gooey cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, gatherings, or cozy nights in, it’s sure to satisfy everyone at the table. With its vibrant colors and bold flavors, this dish is not just a meal; it’s a delightful experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 8 oz medium pasta shells
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Add medium shells and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add oil and sauté onions, bell peppers, and garlic until soft.
- Add ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in diced tomatoes (with juices), black beans, and taco seasoning. Simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes.
- Fold the cooked pasta into the skillet until well-coated with the sauce.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top, cover the skillet for 3-5 minutes until melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg