Best 6 Chili Macaroni For Camping Recipes

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**Savor the Comforting Warmth of Chili Macaroni: A Culinary Adventure for Campers and Home Cooks Alike**

Embark on a culinary journey with chili macaroni, a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for camping adventures or cozy nights at home. This versatile dish combines the bold flavors of chili with the comforting texture of macaroni, resulting in a delightful symphony of flavors that will warm your soul. Our collection of chili macaroni recipes offers a range of options to suit every taste preference, from classic to vegetarian, and even a one-pot variation for easy cleanup. Whether you're cooking over a campfire or in your kitchen, these recipes will guide you in creating a delicious and satisfying meal that will leave you craving more. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's dive into the world of chili macaroni!

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ONE-POT CHEESY CHILI-MAC



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Hearty chili with creamy macaroni and cheese is an unbeatable comfort, and this 100-percent scratch version is the ultimate! Zesty Tex-Mex flavoring, cheddar cheese, green chiles and an extra boost of both chili and garlic powder give this dish deep savory flavor that's hard to resist. So, put it to the test and see what your family says. If you find it deserves a spot in your permanent dinner rotation, you'll be glad to know this recipe freezes beautifully!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 lb ground beef (at least 90% lean)
2 cups diced onions
1 cup diced red bell peppers
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ original taco seasoning mix
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups water
1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted crushed tomatoes, undrained
1 can (19 oz) Progresso™ red kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ diced green chiles
1/2 lb uncooked elbow macaroni (1 3/4 cups)
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
Chopped fresh cilantro leaves, if desired
Sliced green onions, if desired
Hot sauce, if desired

Steps:

  • In 5-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add beef, onions and bell peppers; cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until beef is cooked through and onions are tender. Stir in taco seasoning mix, chili powder, garlic powder and salt. Stir 30 seconds.
  • Stir in water, tomatoes, beans and chiles. Stir in macaroni; heat to boiling over high heat. Reduce heat to medium; cook 10 to 12 minutes, stirring frequently, until macaroni is cooked through. Do not drain.
  • Stir in 1 cup of the Cheddar cheese. Serve with remaining cheese, cilantro, green onions and hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 7 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 1/3 Cups, Sodium 1170 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

QUICK CHILI MAC



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This combines chili with one of my favorite pasta dishes. I often serve it for company or potlucks and occasionally add taco seasoning or use beanless chili and add black beans. -Lee Steinmetz, Lansing, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
1 pound ground beef
1 small green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 cans (15 ounces each) chili with beans
1 can (11 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook and crumble beef with pepper and onion over medium heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes; drain., Stir in chili, corn and macaroni; heat through. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422 calories, Fat 21g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 898mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

CHILI MAC



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Add a little spice to this comfort food favorite, by sprinkling on Sargento Shredded Reduced Fat 4 Cheese Mexican Cheese. Ole!

Provided by Sargento

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Sargento

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef or turkey
1 medium onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can Mexican or chili-style stewed tomatoes, undrained
½ cup water
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
2 cups elbow macaroni or small shells, cooked and drained
2 cups Sargento ® Shredded Reduced Fat 4 Cheese Mexican Cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Cook ground beef, onion and green pepper in large skillet over medium heat 5 minutes or until beef is no longer pink; pour off drippings. Add tomatoes, water and taco seasoning; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Toss pasta with meat mixture. Spoon 3 cups of mixture into an 11x7-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with 1 cup cheese; top with remaining meat mixture. Cover with foil; bake in preheated 375 degrees F oven 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Return to oven 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429.5 calories, Carbohydrate 37.2 g, Cholesterol 82.5 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 32.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 893.9 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

CHILI MACARONI FOR CAMPING



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From "The Back-Country Kitchen." This easy camping version is a one-pot vegetarian dish that combines the best of many styles. Cooked as directed, it makes a hearty main dish or side dish. If you prefer a soupy chili mac, simply add an additional 3/4 cup water. I am curious if this would work on the campfire as well; I will be doing just that in two weeks.

Provided by Steph_40135

Categories     Beans

Time 30m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup macaroni
1/3 cup diced dried tomatoe
1/4 cup pinto beans, dried canned
3 tablespoons nonfat dry milk powder
3 tablespoons freeze-dried corn (optional)
2 tablespoons dried diced green bell peppers
2 1/2 teaspoons chili powder, blend
1 teaspoon dried onion flakes
3/4 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon sugar
tomato sauce, 1/2 of the leather from an 8-ounce can
3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine in a quart plastic zipper bag: all ingredients except the parmesan cheese (carry separately).
  • In a medium pot, combine mix with 2 1/2 cups cold water.
  • Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently to reconstitute tomato leather.
  • Reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently, until macaroni is almost cooked, about 10 minutes.
  • Cover and remove from heat; let stand 5 to 10 minutes, until macaroni is tender.
  • Stir in parmesan cheese just before serving, or sprinkle on individual servings.
  • Serving size is 4 or 5 side-dish servings; 2 or 3 main-dish servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309.1, Fat 1.9, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 2.2, Sodium 284.8, Carbohydrate 59.7, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 11.5, Protein 14.7

ONE-POT CHILI MAC AND CHEESE



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This delicious chili mac and cheese with ground beef, diced tomatoes, rich tomato sauce, chili beans and spices is cooked all in one pot--including the macaroni!

Provided by RAGÚ®

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Ragu®

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium sweet onion, diced small
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound lean ground beef
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups Ragu® Old World Style® Traditional Pasta Sauce
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
1 (16 ounce) can mild chili beans, undrained
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ cups uncooked elbow macaroni
¾ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic, and beef. Stirring frequently, cook until meat is browned and crumbly, about 3 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  • Stir in chicken broth, Ragu® sauce, diced tomatoes with mild green chilies, beans, chili powder, and cumin. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Bring to a boil and stir in pasta; cover, reduce heat to a simmer and cook until pasta is al dente, about 14 minutes.
  • Remove from heat. Stir in the cheese and parsley. Serve immediately, garnished with additional cheese and parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.9 calories, Carbohydrate 45.9 g, Cholesterol 66 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 28.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 1232.5 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

CHILI MACARONI



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Classic, cold-weather comfort food, this chunky combination of tender beans, ground beef, tomatoes and macaroni will appeal to all ages. Our thanks to Phoebe Rech of David City, Nebraska for her tried-and-treasured recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
1/3 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 cup canned diced tomatoes
3/4 cup tomato juice
3/4 cup canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 small garlic clove, minced
3/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. , Add the tomatoes, tomato juice, beans, garlic, chili powder, salt, oregano and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. , Drain macaroni; add to beef mixture. Stir in pickle relish; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 974mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

Tips for Excellent Chili Macaroni Camping Meal:

- **Preparation is Key**: Ensure all ingredients are measured, chopped, and packed before your camping trip. Consider using resealable bags for easy storage and organization. - **Use Quality Beef**: Opt for ground beef with a higher fat content (80/20 or 85/15) for a richer flavor. - **Skillet Cooking**: Utilize a large skillet or Dutch oven for cooking the chili macaroni. This versatile cookware allows for even heating and easy stirring. - **Proper Seasoning**: Don't be afraid to adjust the seasoning to your preference. Add more chili powder, cumin, or cayenne pepper for a spicier kick or paprika and oregano for a more robust flavor. - **Cheese Selection**: Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese. Shredded cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend of Mexican cheese work great. For a creamy texture, add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt. - **Garnish and Serve**: Enhance the presentation by garnishing your chili macaroni with chopped fresh cilantro, diced onions, or crumbled bacon. Serve hot with additional cheese, sour cream, and your favorite hot sauce.

Conclusion: Savor a Hearty and Flavorful Camping Meal:

Chili macaroni is an easy-to-make and incredibly satisfying dish that is perfect for your next camping adventure. With its combination of savory chili, tender macaroni, and melted cheese, this one-pot meal is sure to warm you up on chilly evenings. Whether you're a seasoned camper or a novice, this recipe offers a hassle-free and delicious way to enjoy a hearty and flavorful meal in the great outdoors. So, gather your ingredients, pack your camping gear, and get ready to indulge in a delectable chili macaroni feast under the open sky!

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