One Pot Cheesy Turkey Taco Chili Mac
This One Pot Cheesy Turkey Taco Chili Mac is a breeze to prepare and loaded with protein! Featuring a delightful blend of taco spices, beans, and pasta shells all smothered in gooey cheese, it has quickly become a family favorite. Plus, you'll love that it requires just a single pot for cooking, making clean-up a cinch!
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1.3 lb 93% lean ground turkey
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 red bell pepper
- 10 oz can rotel tomatoes with green chilies
- 14.5 oz can pink or red beans
- 8 oz tomato sauce
- 1/2 can
- 1 15 oz can reduced sodium chicken broth*
- 1 3/4 cups water
- 8 oz DeLallo Gluten Free shells
- 3/4 cup part-skim shredded sharp cheddar cheese*
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro
- 2 tbsp chopped scallions
- *Check labels for gluten-free
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1 1/2 tsp paprika
Instructions
- 1
In a sizable Dutch oven or deep pot with a lid, warm over medium-high heat and lightly coat with cooking spray. Add the ground turkey, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it browns.
- 2
Once the turkey is fully cooked, incorporate the diced onions, minced garlic, chopped pepper, and taco seasoning; sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- 3
Pour in the canned tomatoes, beans, tomato sauce, refried beans, chicken broth, and water.
- 4
Increase the heat until the mixture reaches a boil, then cover and reduce to a simmer for approximately 15 minutes. Taste and adjust the salt as needed.
- 5
Mix in the dry pasta and continue to simmer uncovered over medium heat until it reaches an al dente texture, about 6 minutes or according to the instructions on the pasta package.
- 6
Take the pot off the heat and sprinkle the cheese on top, then cover and let it rest for about 2-3 minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
- 7
Serve right away, garnished with fresh cilantro and sliced scallions.