Hearty Turkey Chili Macaroni
Hearty Turkey Chili Macaroni brings together tender turkey, pinto beans, and elbow pasta in a richly spiced tomato broth layered with chili powder, chipotle, cumin, cocoa, and a whisper of cinnamon. Each spoonful is warm, mildly smoky, and balanced by creamy melted white Cheddar. It’s perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a game-day crowd-pleaser when you want comfort in a bowl.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook50 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Hearty Turkey Chili Macaroni, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 18 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 32
- Heart Health
- 82
- Metabolic
- 50
- Digestive
- 31
- Inflammatory
- 60
- Performance
- 51
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat olive oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and 1 teaspoon salt; cook and stir until the onion begins to soften and turn translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Meanwhile, mix chili powder, cumin, black pepper, cocoa powder, ground chipotle, oregano, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Add the spice mixture and the garlic to the onion; cook and stir for 1 to 2 minutes.
- 3
Stir in 4 cups chicken broth, diced tomatoes with chiles, and tomato sauce; raise the heat to high and bring to a simmer. Lower the heat to medium-low; simmer, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes.
- 4
Add the turkey and more chicken broth if needed; cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes more.
- 5
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Increase heat to high; bring to a boil. Stir in pinto beans and elbow macaroni; cover the pot tightly with a lid. Cook, covered, until the pasta is just barely tender, about 5 minutes.
- 6
Turn off the heat; remove the lid and stir well. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes. Uncover; stir in Cheddar cheese and serve immediately.
- Calories 389.05 kcal Moderate 19%
- Protein 33.96 g Good Source 68%
- Carbohydrate 42.33 g 15%
- Total Fat 10.62 g Moderate 14%
- Saturated Fat 3.46 g Moderate 17%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 76.8 mg High 26%
- Sodium 1326.36 mg High 58%
- Dietary Fiber 7.25 g Good Source 26%
- Total Sugars 6.31 g --
- Added Sugars 0.05 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 119.22 mg Low Source 9%
- Iron 3.51 mg Moderate 20%
- Potassium 556.96 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin A 57.11 mcg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin C 4.44 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Chocolate 🍫
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Hearty Turkey Chili Macaroni is made with 18 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 5 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Chicken Broth, Chili Powder, and Cooked Turkey. Each serving provides about 389.05 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Hearty Turkey Chili Macaroni made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Chicken Broth, Chili Powder, Cooked Turkey, Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies. The full list of 18 is above.
- How long does it take to make Hearty Turkey Chili Macaroni?
- About 1 hr 5 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 50 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 389.05 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Hearty Turkey Chili Macaroni easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 18 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Hearty Turkey Chili Macaroni healthy?
- Hearty Turkey Chili Macaroni has an easyChef Pro health score of 53/100. Per serving, it provides 389.05 calories and 33.96 g of protein, or 68% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1326.36 mg (58% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 3.46 g (17% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Chocolate, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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