Best 7 Spicy Chili Mac Mix Recipes

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Calling all spice enthusiasts and chili mac lovers! Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with the ultimate guide to creating the most delectable spicy chili mac mix. Whether you prefer a classic recipe brimming with the warmth of traditional chili flavors or a bold and adventurous fusion of heat and savoriness, this article will equip you with the knowledge and inspiration to craft a dish that will set your taste buds ablaze. From choosing the perfect chili powder and the right balance of spices to mastering the art of creating a rich and flavorful sauce, we'll guide you through every step of the process, ensuring that your homemade spicy chili mac mix becomes a culinary masterpiece.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY CHILI MAC



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Family and friends love this recipe. I use three power foods: tomatoes, black beans and olive oil, plus whole wheat pasta. It's comfort food to feel good about! -Krissy Black, Mt. Vernon, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups uncooked whole wheat elbow macaroni
1 pound lean ground turkey
1 small onion, chopped
2 to 3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 to 2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce
2 to 3 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook the turkey, onion and jalapenos in oil over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain., Add the beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, pepper sauce and seasonings. Drain macaroni; stir into turkey mixture. Cook over medium-low heat for 5 minutes or until heated through. , Sprinkle with cheese. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 581mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHILI MAC AND CHEESE



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

Kosher salt and black pepper
2 cups (8 ounces) macaroni
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 small red onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
8 ounces lean ground beef
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
One 15-ounce can kidney beans, undrained
One 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, undrained
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
4 ounces cream cheese
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar, plus extra for garnish
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
3 green onions, chopped
Corn chips, such as Tostitos Scoops, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add some salt and then the macaroni. Cook to al dente according to the package directions. Drain and hold until the cheese sauce is ready.
  • Heat the oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add the red onions and cook, covered, until soft, a couple of minutes. Add the garlic and bell peppers and cook an additional 2 to 5 minutes, being careful not to burn the garlic. Add the ground beef and sprinkle with salt and pepper; cook until browned, stirring to break up the beef into small pieces. Add the chili powder, cumin, paprika and oregano, and cook until the spices are fragrant. Add the beans and their liquid, the tomatoes and their juices, and the tomato paste; simmer for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • In a separate saucepot, melt the butter over low heat. Add the flour and cook, whisking, for 1 minute. Whisk in the milk, raise the heat to high, and bring the mixture to a boil; cook, whisking, until thickened. Removing from the heat and whisk in the cream cheese, Cheddar, mustard, Worcestershire and some salt and pepper. Pour the pasta into the cheese sauce and stir to combine.
  • Mix the chili into the macaroni and cheese. Transfer to a serving bowl and top with additional Cheddar and the green onions. Serve with corn chips.

CHILI MAC



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound corkscrew shaped pasta with lines or elbows with lines
2 pounds ground sirloin
2 tablespoons (2 turns around the pan in a slow stream) extra-virgin olive oil
1 sweet onion, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, seed and chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
3 tablespoons (1 1/2 palm fuls) dark chili powder
2 tablespoons (1 palm ful) cumin
2 tablespoons cayenne pepper sauce
Coarse salt
1 cup beer or beef broth
1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes in juice
1 (14-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
Chopped scallions, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large pot, boil pasta until al dente.
  • Meanwhile, in a big, deep pot, brown beef in oil over medium high heat. Add onions, peppers, and garlic. Season meat mixture with chili powder, cumin, cayenne, and salt. Cook together 5 minutes, stir in beer or broth, and reduce liquid by half, 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Drain pasta. Add hot pasta to chili pot and stir to coat pasta evenly. Remove from heat and garnish big bowlfuls of chili mac with chopped scallions.

SPICY CHILI SEASONING MIX



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"Having the seasonings mixed up in advance makes stirring up a batch of chili a breeze," suggests Mary Henderson of Opelika, Alabama. "It's a bold but pleasant blend. I like the round steak and ground beef combination."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts) per batch.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 tablespoons chili powder
2-1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
2-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:
1 pound boneless beef top round steak, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cans (16 ounces each) chili beans, undrained, divided

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.Yield: 4 batches (20 teaspoons total)., To prepare chili: Lightly brown steak in oil in a Dutch oven; add 3 teaspoons of the seasoning mix and toss to coat. Add ground beef; cook until meat is no longer pink. Add onion; cook until tender. Add tomatoes and 2 more teaspoons of mix. Stir in one can of chili beans. Place the other can in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Add to chili. Cook on low for 30-40 minutes or until meat is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 273mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

CHILI MAC



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Add a little spice to this comfort food favorite, by sprinkling on Sargento Shredded Reduced Fat 4 Cheese Mexican Cheese. Ole!

Provided by Sargento

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Sargento

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef or turkey
1 medium onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can Mexican or chili-style stewed tomatoes, undrained
½ cup water
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
2 cups elbow macaroni or small shells, cooked and drained
2 cups Sargento ® Shredded Reduced Fat 4 Cheese Mexican Cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Cook ground beef, onion and green pepper in large skillet over medium heat 5 minutes or until beef is no longer pink; pour off drippings. Add tomatoes, water and taco seasoning; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Toss pasta with meat mixture. Spoon 3 cups of mixture into an 11x7-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with 1 cup cheese; top with remaining meat mixture. Cover with foil; bake in preheated 375 degrees F oven 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Return to oven 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429.5 calories, Carbohydrate 37.2 g, Cholesterol 82.5 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 32.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 893.9 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

FAMILY FAVORITE CHILI MAC



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This one-skillet chili mac is on the table in less than half an hour, and it's loaded with family favorite flavors.

Provided by RAGÚ®

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Ragu®

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces elbow macaroni
1 pound lean ground beef
1 (24 ounce) jar Ragu® Old World Style® Traditional Pasta Sauce
1 ½ tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
Chopped green onions, for garnish

Steps:

  • Cook and drain the elbow noodles according to the package directions; set aside.
  • Brown the beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain excess grease. Stir in the Ragu® Sauce, chili powder, cumin, tomatoes and corn. Bring to a boil over medium high heat, cover,reduce to low and let simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the cooked noodles and 1 cup of the cheese until melted and heated through. Sprinkle the rest of the cheese evenly over top, heat on low until melted. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 547.2 calories, Carbohydrate 56.8 g, Cholesterol 79.2 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 30.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 1414.4 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

ONE-POT CHEESY CHILI-MAC



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Hearty chili with creamy macaroni and cheese is an unbeatable comfort, and this 100-percent scratch version is the ultimate! Zesty Tex-Mex flavoring, cheddar cheese, green chiles and an extra boost of both chili and garlic powder give this dish deep savory flavor that's hard to resist. So, put it to the test and see what your family says. If you find it deserves a spot in your permanent dinner rotation, you'll be glad to know this recipe freezes beautifully!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 lb ground beef (at least 90% lean)
2 cups diced onions
1 cup diced red bell peppers
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ original taco seasoning mix
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups water
1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted crushed tomatoes, undrained
1 can (19 oz) Progresso™ red kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ diced green chiles
1/2 lb uncooked elbow macaroni (1 3/4 cups)
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
Chopped fresh cilantro leaves, if desired
Sliced green onions, if desired
Hot sauce, if desired

Steps:

  • In 5-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add beef, onions and bell peppers; cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until beef is cooked through and onions are tender. Stir in taco seasoning mix, chili powder, garlic powder and salt. Stir 30 seconds.
  • Stir in water, tomatoes, beans and chiles. Stir in macaroni; heat to boiling over high heat. Reduce heat to medium; cook 10 to 12 minutes, stirring frequently, until macaroni is cooked through. Do not drain.
  • Stir in 1 cup of the Cheddar cheese. Serve with remaining cheese, cilantro, green onions and hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 7 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 1/3 Cups, Sodium 1170 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients: Use fresh vegetables, lean ground beef, and a flavorful cheese blend. The better the ingredients, the better the chili mac will taste.
  • Brown the ground beef well: This will help develop flavor and prevent the meat from becoming dry.
  • Use a variety of spices: Chili powder, cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper are all classic chili spices. Feel free to experiment with different combinations to find your favorite blend.
  • Don't be afraid to add some heat: If you like spicy food, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños to the chili.
  • Cook the chili mac until the pasta is al dente: This means that the pasta should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Top with your favorite garnishes: Shredded cheese, sour cream, diced tomatoes, and chopped green onions are all great options.

Conclusion:

Spicy chili mac is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover chili. With its combination of spicy chili, creamy cheese, and al dente pasta, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you are looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give spicy chili mac a try.

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