One Pot Cheesy Turkey Taco Chili Mac

By charlotteh371

Ingredients

• INGREDIENTS:
• For the homemade taco seasoning:
• 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp oregano
• For the Chili:
• 1.3 lb 93% lean ground turkey
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 10 oz can rotel tomatoes with green chilies
• 14.5 oz can pink or red beans, drained
• 8 oz tomato sauce
• 1/2 can (8 oz) fat-free refried beans
• 1 (15 oz can) reduced sodium chicken broth*
• 1 3/4 cups water
• 8 oz DeLallo Gluten Free shells (or DeLallo whole wheat)
• 3/4 cup part-skim shredded sharp cheddar cheese*
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tbsp chopped scallions
• *Check labels for gluten-free

Preparation

Step 1

DIRECTIONS:

Heat a large Dutch oven or pot with a fitted lid over medium-high heat and spray with oil, brown the turkey breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
When cooked through, add the onions, garlic, pepper and taco seasoning; cook 2-3 minutes.
Add the canned tomatoes, beans, tomato sauce, refried beans, chicken broth and water.
Bring to a boil, cover and simmer about 15 minutes. Adjust salt to taste.
Stir in the uncooked pasta and simmer uncovered over medium heat until al dente, about 6 minutes or according to package directions.
Remove the pot from heat and top with the cheese, cover and let sit for about 2-3 minutes, until the cheese melts.
Serve immediately garnished with fresh cilantro and scallions.