Best 3 Chili Macaroni Skillet Recipes

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If you're looking for a quick and easy meal that is both flavorful and satisfying, chili macaroni skillet is the perfect dish for you. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this skillet dish is sure to become a family favorite. Simply combine your favorite chili, macaroni, and cheese in a skillet and let the flavors meld together. You can top it with shredded cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, or sour cream for an extra burst of flavor. So gather your ingredients and let's get started on this delicious chili macaroni skillet recipe!

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

EASY SKILLET CHEESE-TOPPED CHILI MACARONI



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This is a quick and easy recipe for a weeknight meal. Its very tasty and very filling. DH loves it when I make this and always takes leftovers to work!

Provided by Little Bee

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup chopped onion
1 lb lean ground beef
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
8 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked al dente
1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, undrained
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup water
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin (optional)
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown onion and garlic with ground beef.
  • Drain and return to pan.
  • Add kidney beans, tomato sauce, water, chili powder, and salt.
  • Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  • Add cooked macaroni and stir.
  • Add grated cheddar to top, cover and simmer just until cheese melts.

CHILI-MACARONI SKILLET



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Yummy! This isn't pictured with green peppers because I didn't have any on hand when I made it.

Provided by Amy H.

Categories     Beef

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 c chopped green pepper
8 oz dry macaroni noodles
1 can(s) (15 oz.) tomato sauce
1 can(s) (15 oz.) diced tomatoes
2 Tbsp sugar
1 tsp salt
2 Tbsp chili powder

Steps:

  • 1. Combine beef, onion and green pepper in a heavy skillet; cook until beef is browned, stirring to crumble. Drain well.
  • 2. Stir in next 6 ingredients. Add 2 soup cans of water. Cover, reduce heat and simmer 20-25 minutes, or until pasta is thoroughly cooked and all liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally. Yield 6 servings
  • 3. Add water in half cup intervals if pasta hasn't cooked and too much liquid has absorbed.

CHILI MACARONI SKILLET



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This dish bursts with the family-pleasing flavors of macaroni, pinto beans and corn in addition to sausage. Everyone will ask, "Seconds, please!"

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb bulk pork sausage
1 box Hamburger Helperâ„¢ chili macaroni
3 1/2 cups hot water
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 can (15 oz) pinto or Progressoâ„¢ dark red kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (11 oz) whole kernel corn with red and green peppers, drained
Shredded Cheddar cheese, if desired
Additional chili powder, if desired

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink; drain.
  • Stir in uncooked Pasta, Sauce Mix and remaining ingredients except cheese and additional chili powder. Heat to boiling, stirring frequently.
  • Reduce heat; cover and simmer about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender. Remove from heat. Spoon into individual serving bowls; sprinkle with cheese and additional chili powder.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 61 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 9 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1500 mg

Tips:

  • Use a large skillet to cook the macaroni and chili together. This will help to prevent the macaroni from sticking together.
  • Cook the macaroni according to the package directions. Do not overcook the macaroni, or it will become mushy.
  • Use a mild or medium chili for this recipe. If you use a hot chili, it may be too spicy for some people.
  • Add a can of diced tomatoes or tomato sauce to the chili macaroni skillet. This will help to add flavor and moisture to the dish.
  • Top the chili macaroni skillet with shredded cheese. Cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and pepper Jack cheese are all good choices.
  • Serve the chili macaroni skillet with a side of sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Conclusion:

Chili macaroni skillet is a quick and easy one-pot meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

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