Chili Mac
This chili mac recipe is simple to prepare and makes a great weeknight meal that even picky kids will love! Our secret sauce really makes the recipe - don't forget it!
Servings 8 servings
Calories 480kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 1 packet chili seasoning or your own mix
- 29 ounce can tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 pound macaroni
- 1/2 cup Heniz chili sauce
- shredded cheese, diced onion, sour cream for topping
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain the fat and add the chili seasoning, tomato sauce, and brown sugar.
- Stir to combine and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes.
- While the chili is simmering, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook according to package directions. Drain the macaroni and return to the pot.
- Pour the chili into the pan with the cooked macaroni. Add the chili sauce and stir to combine.
- Serve with cheese, onions, and sour cream.
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Notes
You can swap the ground beef for turkey, if preferred.
Use any shape pasta you like.
The chili sauce adds a lot to this dish, so I wouldn't recommend leaving it out. You can find it in the store near the ketchup. We use Heinz brand.
Nutrition
Calories: 480kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 828mg | Potassium: 765mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 685IU | Vitamin C: 9.9mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 3.6mg