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Turkey Chili Macaroni

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This comforting Turkey Chili Macaroni is the ultimate weeknight dinner solution. It blends lean ground turkey with elbow macaroni, simmered in a rich tomato and broth base infused with chili powder and garlic. The dish offers a perfect balance of protein, carbs, and bold flavor, making it satisfying for the whole family. Easy to prepare in a single pot, it delivers restaurant-quality comfort with minimal cleanup. Serve it hot with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley for a vibrant finish.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 18.6
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This comforting Turkey Chili Macaroni is the ultimate weeknight dinner solution. It blends lean ground turkey with elbow macaroni, simmered in a rich tomato and broth base infused with chili powder and garlic. The dish offers a perfect balance of protein, carbs, and bold flavor, making it satisfying for the whole family. Easy to prepare in a single pot, it delivers restaurant-quality comfort with minimal cleanup. Serve it hot with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley for a vibrant finish.
Ingredients
  • 1.25 fresh ground turkey
  • 2 cooking oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 chopped green pepper or celery
  • 2.5 chicken broth
  • 1 uncooked elbow macaroni (7 oz)
  • 1 tomato sauce (15 oz)
  • 2 vinegar
  • 1.5 sugar
  • 1 chili powder
  • 1 garlic salt
  • 6 grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1.5 snipped parsley
Directions
  1. 1
    Heat oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
  2. 2
    Add ground turkey, chopped onion, and green pepper (or celery) to the pot.
  3. 3
    Sauté the mixture until the turkey is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, breaking up meat with a spoon.
  4. 4
    Drain excess fat if necessary, but reserve the flavorful juices in the pot.
  5. 5
    Pour in the chicken broth, stirring to deglaze the bottom of the pot and incorporate the juices.
  6. 6
    Bring the liquid to a rolling boil.
  7. 7
    Add the uncooked elbow macaroni and stir well to submerge the pasta.
  8. 8
    Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring often to prevent sticking, until most of the broth is absorbed by the pasta.
  9. 9
    Stir in the tomato sauce, vinegar, sugar, chili powder, garlic salt, and 4 tablespoons of the Parmesan cheese.
  10. 10
    Continue to simmer for another 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the pasta to finish cooking.
  11. 11
    Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish.
  12. 12
    Sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese and the snipped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 18.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.4g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 9.6mg4%
Sodium 7.2mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 3.4g7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop with a splash of broth or water to restore consistency.

Substitutions: You can substitute ground chicken or beef for the turkey. Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth for a vegetarian-friendly base (and omit the meat).

Tip: For a spicier kick, add a diced jalapeño with the onions or increase the chili powder to 2 teaspoons.

Texture: If the dish becomes too thick after sitting, add a little hot water or broth when reheating to loosen it up.

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