Best 6 Chili Macaroni Soup Recipes

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Are you in search of a hearty and comforting meal that will warm you up on a chilly day? Look no further than this collection of chili macaroni soup recipes. From classic versions to unique twists, these recipes offer a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will satisfy your taste buds. Whether you prefer a traditional beef chili or a vegetarian alternative, this article has something for everyone. The recipes included range from a classic chili macaroni soup made with ground beef, tomatoes, and macaroni noodles to a creamy version featuring chicken, corn, and a rich broth. There's also a recipe for a spicy chili macaroni soup that packs a flavorful punch, as well as a hearty sausage and kale version that combines savory and nutritious ingredients. With step-by-step instructions and cooking tips, these recipes are easy to follow and can be customized to your liking. So grab your favorite soup pot and get ready to indulge in a delicious and comforting bowl of chili macaroni soup.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHILI-MAC SOUP



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Hamburger Helper® makes this easy, hearty soup a go-to weeknight dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
5 cups hot water
1 box Hamburger Helper™ chili macaroni
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
2 cups diced tomatoes (from 28-oz can)
1 can (11 oz) whole kernel corn with red and green peppers, undrained
2 tablespoons sliced pitted ripe olives

Steps:

  • In 4-quart Dutch oven, cook beef, onion and bell pepper over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain.
  • Stir in hot water, sauce mix (from Hamburger Helper box), chili powder, garlic salt and tomatoes. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
  • Reduce heat; cover and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in uncooked pasta (from Hamburger Helper box), corn and olives. Cover; cook 10 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 990 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 1/2 g

CHILI MACARONI SOUP



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Turn a boxed macaroni dinner into a thick zesty soup with this recipe from Flo Burtnett. The Gage, Oklahoma cook ladles out hearty helpings, which are chock-full of ground beef, tomatoes, corn, seasonings and more.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 9 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
5 cups water
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 package (7-1/2 ounces) chili macaroni dinner mix
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the water, tomatoes, contents of sauce mix from the dinner mix, chili powder, garlic salt and salt. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes., Add macaroni from the dinner mix, corn and olives. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until macaroni is tender, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 416mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

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.

GRAMMA'S OLD FASHIONED CHILI MAC



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This is an old family recipe that my mom has cooked for 50 years. It's a wonderful, 'stick-to-the-ribs' meal that goes wonderful with warm cornbread or rolls. I find that kids love this when they don't like regular 'spicy' chili. Enjoy!

Provided by Sue

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Beef Chili Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup elbow macaroni
1 pound ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 cup chopped celery
½ large green bell pepper, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed tomato soup
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
⅛ cup brown sugar
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a small saucepan, simmer celery and green pepper with water to cover until tender; Drain.
  • Place ground beef in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Cook until evenly brown. Add onion, and cook until tender and translucent. Drain excess fat. Add celery and green pepper. Stir in kidney beans, condensed tomato soup, diced tomatoes and brown sugar. Season with salt and pepper, and stir in macaroni.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 489 calories, Carbohydrate 49.2 g, Cholesterol 64.3 mg, Fat 22.4 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 22.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 996.8 mg, Sugar 16.6 g

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

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

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. This includes using fresh vegetables, lean ground beef, and a flavorful broth.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of chili powder and spices to create a unique flavor profile.
  • If you like a thicker soup, you can add some cornstarch or flour to the broth.
  • Serve the soup with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped onions.
  • Chili macaroni soup is also a great way to use up leftover chili.

Conclusion:

This delicious and hearty chili macaroni soup is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this chili macaroni soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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