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Chili Macaroni

6 reviews
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Makes

2 servings

Updated: Oct. 20, 2022
Classic, cold-weather comfort food, this chunky combination of tender beans, ground beef, tomatoes and macaroni will appeal to all ages. Our thanks to Phoebe Rech of David City, Nebraska for her tried-and-treasured recipe.
Chili Macaroni
Chili Macaroni Recipe photo by Taste of Home
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Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 1/3 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup canned diced tomatoes
  • 3/4 cup tomato juice
  • 3/4 cup canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • 3/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish

Directions

  1. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
  2. Add the tomatoes, tomato juice, beans, garlic, chili powder, salt, oregano and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
  3. Drain macaroni; add to beef mixture. Stir in pickle relish; heat through.

Nutrition Facts

1-3/4 cups: 314 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 974mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 8g fiber), 24g protein.