Chili Mac Skillet Recipe

A quick and easy one-pan Chili Mac Skillet recipe! This hearty and flavorful meal is inspired by a classic Del Monte corn can recipe and is ready in under 30 minutes. Enjoy tender macaroni in a spicy chili sauce with sweet corn and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 17 mins
Calories 520.6 kcal
Protein 63g
Rating 4.5 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chili Mac Skillet

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How to Make Chili Mac Skillet

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Stir in 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel sweet corn (drained), 1 (15 ounce) can undrained diced tomatoes, and 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed).
  3. Add 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, 1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni, 2 tablespoons chili powder, and 1 cup water.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until the macaroni is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional).
  7. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

36g

Fat

26g

Carbs

23g