Are you looking for a quick and delicious gluten-free recipe that the whole family will love? Look no further than our Easy Gluten-Free Taco Chili Mac! This dish combines the best of tacos, chili, and macaroni into a single, mouthwatering meal that’s ready in just 30 minutes.
Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pan wonder is packed with lean ground beef, hearty black beans, and tender macaroni, all simmered in a flavorful tomato sauce with a kick of taco seasoning. Top it off with crunchy tortilla chips, gooey cheddar cheese, and a drizzle of seasoned sour cream, and you’ve got a gluten-free meal that’s both satisfying and budget-friendly at under $3 per serving.
Whether you’re feeding a crowd or looking for leftovers to enjoy throughout the week, this Gluten-Free Taco Chili Mac is sure to become a family favorite. So, let’s get cooking and add this irresistible dish to your gluten-free recipe collection! Ready to dive into a comforting and tasty dinner?
Gluten-Free Taco Chili Mac
Ingredients
Casserole
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1Â Â red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
- 1 lb. lean ground beef
- 1 tbsp Everything Taco Seasoning
- 1 can (15 oz.) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz.) tomato sauce
- 2½ cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup milk
- 8 oz. gluten-free elbow macaroni
Toppings
- 2 cups tortilla chips, coarsely crushed
- 8 oz. cheddar cheese, coarsely grated (2 cups), divided
- 3 tsp Everything Taco Seasoning, divided
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp milk
- 2 tbsp cilantro leaves, roughly chopped, plus additional for garnishing (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Heat the oil in the 5-qt. (4.7-L) Nonstick Saute Pan over medium-high heat for 3 minutes. Add the onion and pepper and cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
- Add the ground beef to the pan, breaking it into chunks. Add the seasoning and continue cooking until the beef is no longer pink, about 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in the black beans, tomato sauce, beef broth, and milk. Bring to a simmer and stir in the pasta. Simmer, uncovered, over medium heat until the pasta is tender, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. (If the pasta isn’t tender, add more beef broth or water and continue cooking).
- Meanwhile, combine the crushed tortilla chips, 1 cup of cheese, and 2 tsp of the seasoning; set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix the sour cream, milk, and remaining 1 tsp of the seasoning; set aside.
- Once the pasta is cooked, mix in the remaining cheese. Top with the tortilla chip mixture and bake, uncovered, for 6–8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
- Right before serving, drizzle with the sour cream mixture and top with cilantro, if you’d like.
Yield:
- 6Â servings
Nutrients per serving:
U.S. nutrients per serving: Calories 560, Total Fat 29 g, Saturated Fat 14 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Sodium 1,570 mg, Carbohydrate 42 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugars 8 g (includes 0 g added sugar), Protein 34 g
Cook’s Tips:
Double the onion, pepper, ground beef, and seasoning and then freeze half for an easy burrito night.
Try it with ground chicken or turkey instead
Recipe by Pampered Chef
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