High Protein Chili Mac

5 from 1 vote

Ground turkey, crushed tomatoes and pasta come together with a delicious blend of spices and get topped with shredded cheese to create the ultimate protein packed, comforting and healthy chili mac

Prep Time15

Cook Time10

Total Time25

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Low Calorie

Servings: servings

Calories: 408kcal

Author: Megan Olson

Ingredients

1 tablespoon Olive Oil
2/3 cup white onion finely diced
1 lb Lean Ground Turkey
28 ounces Crushed Tomatoes
2 ½ cups Chicken Broth low sodium
1 tablespoon Garlic minced
2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
2 teaspoons Cumin
2 teaspoons Paprika
2 teaspoons Chili Powder
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
8 ounces Chickpea Pasta or high protein pasta like Barilla+
16 ounces Chili Beans with juices
2/3 cup Low Moisture Shredded Extra Sharp Cheese
3 Green Onions
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Heat a 6-quart pot over medium heat. Add the olive oil, onion and garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes.
Add the ground turkey to the pan. Let it cook for a minute or two then break up the meat with a wooden spoon. Cook until the meat is browned.
Add the tomato paste, cumin, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper and stir to combine. Then add the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth and chili beans.
Bring the mixture to a simmer then lower the heat to medium-low, cover and cook 10-12 minutes.
While it cooks, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse the pasta then stir it into the chili pot.
Remove from the heat, add the cheese then top with sliced green onions and serve! Add more cheese if you like for serving.

Notes

Storing: Place your leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days in the refrigerator or freeze it in a freezer-safe container for up to three months. To reheat, microwave smaller portions in short intervals or warm larger portions on the stovetop over low-medium heat. Thaw frozen chili mac overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Add More Veggies: If you love vegetables, you can cook some bell peppers, shredded carrots, mushrooms, and zucchini with the onions at the start of cooking.
Cooking the Pasta. Make sure you cook the pasta just until it is nearly cooked or al dente.

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