Ingredients for Chili Cheese Macaroni Dinner
- Ground Turkey Breast
- Olive Oil
- Yellow Onion
- Hamburger Helper Cheeseburger Macaroni
- Water
- Kidney Beans
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
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How to Make Chili Cheese Macaroni Dinner
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown 1 lb ground turkey over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add 1 medium onion (chopped), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), and 2 cloves garlic (minced) to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in 1 (15 ounce) can of chili beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (15 ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional).
- Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, turkey chili mixture, 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, and 1/2 cup milk.
- Pour mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through.
- Top with remaining cheese and bake for another 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted and slightly browned.
- Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy with a side salad!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
43 g
Sugar
9g
Fat
8g
Carbs
12g