Beef And Macaroni Chili With Optional Microwave Directions Recipe

This hearty and budget-friendly Beef & Macaroni Chili is ready in just 15 minutes! Customize it with your favorite cheese blend. The simple recipe combines tender beef, zesty spices, and perfectly cooked macaroni for a satisfying family meal that's quick enough for a weeknight dinner. Choose your cooking method: stovetop for classic comfort or microwave for lightning-fast results!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 342 kcal
Protein 50g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Beef And Macaroni Chili With Optional Microwave Directions 95

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beef And Macaroni Chili With Optional Microwave Directions

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How to Make Beef And Macaroni Chili With Optional Microwave Directions

  1. **Stovetop Instructions:**
  2. Cook 1 pound macaroni according to package directions.
  3. Brown 1 pound ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  4. Add 2 cloves minced garlic, 2 tablespoons chili powder, 1 tablespoon cumin, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  5. Stir well and cook on low heat for 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in the cooked macaroni and 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup.
  7. Heat thoroughly, stirring occasionally.
  8. Just before serving, stir in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese), cover the skillet, and heat until the cheese is melted.
  9. **Microwave Instructions:**
  10. Cook 1 pound macaroni in a deep microwave-safe dish, covered with 2 cups boiling water. Microwave uncovered on high for 5 minutes, or until tender. Check for doneness and cook longer if needed.
  11. Drain the macaroni.
  12. In a microwave-safe colander set over a pie plate, microwave 1 pound ground beef on high for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned. Discard any excess grease.
  13. Combine the cooked macaroni, ground beef, 2 cloves minced garlic, 2 tablespoons chili powder, 1 tablespoon cumin, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup in a large microwave-safe bowl.
  14. Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, or until heated through.
  15. Stir in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese) and microwave on high for 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

28g

Carbs

10g