Fiesta Chili Mac

Spice up your dinner routine with this one-pot Fiesta Chili Mac—a zesty fusion of classic chili and comforting macaroni that’s brimming with bold flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights, this quick 40-minute recipe combines tender elbow macaroni, seasoned ground beef, black beans, and sweet corn in a rich, spiced tomato base. Creamy sour cream and melted cheddar cheese add a luscious touch, while a garnish of optional cilantro brings freshness to every bite. Packed with hearty ingredients and a Tex-Mex twist, this family-friendly dish is a deliciously satisfying crowd-pleaser. Plus, it's all made in one skillet for easy cleanup!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilies (undrained)
• 8 ounces tomato sauce
• 3 cups beef broth
• 2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
• 1 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup chopped cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 2

Drain any excess grease from the pan and return the beef to the skillet. Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices and enhance their flavor.

Step 4

Add the diced tomatoes with green chilies, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 5

Stir in the elbow macaroni, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cover the skillet with a lid. Simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is tender and cooked through.

Step 6

Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the black beans and frozen corn. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until the beans and corn are heated through.

Step 7

Turn off the heat and mix in 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese and the sour cream until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with the remaining cheddar cheese and optional chopped cilantro. Enjoy your Fiesta Chili Mac!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3099.5 grams (3099.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3685

Total Fat 188.60g	242%
Saturated Fat 98.40g	492%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 621mg	207%
Sodium 7273mg	316%
Total Carbohydrate 312.30g	114%
Dietary Fiber 43.20g	154%
Total Sugars 41.90g
Protein 203.70g	407%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2163mg	166%
Iron 24mg	133%
Potassium 3957mg	84%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.1%

Protein: 21.7%

Carbs: 33.2%