Best Chuck Wagon Skillet Macaroni Recipes

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CHUCK WAGON MAC



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If you like, you can vary this dish by using a macaroni and cheese mix with wheel- or shell-shaped pasta instead of the usual "elbows". Or try white cheddar or Mexican-style macaroni and cheese mixes.-Novella Cook, Hinton, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (7-1/4 ounces) macaroni and cheese dinner mix
1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup sliced celery
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Prepare macaroni and cheese according to package directions; set aside. In a large skillet, cook the beef, celery, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the corn, tomato sauce, salt, pepper and reserved macaroni and cheese. , Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until heated through. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts :

SKILLET BEEF AND MACARONI



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I found this simple skillet recipe many years ago on a can label. I made some tweaks, and my family loved it. Because it's so easy to put together, it's a real timesaver for people with super busy schedules. -Maxine Neuhauser, Arcadia, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
1 cup water
1 package (7 ounces) macaroni
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook beef and onion until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until macaroni is tender, stirring occasionally, 20-25 minutes. Add more water if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 700mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

CHUCK WAGON TRAILS MAC-'N-CHEESE



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The trail ends here with this simple, cheesy, Southwestern version of Mac-'N-Cheese! It has medium-level spicy heat that doesn't overwhelm, but offers a bite just the same with warmth that lingers on the back of the throat. Multiple chili flavors of poblano, green chilies and chipotle are a natural with tomato, onion, sweet corn,...

Provided by Sandi Sheppard

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 lb bulk pork and bacon sausage blend
1 c chopped sweet yellow onion
1 large poblano pepper, rough chopped
2 ears sweet corn, kernels removed
10 oz diced tomato with green chilies
1 large chipotle pepper in adobo, minced
1 Tbsp minced garlic
1 tsp liquid smoke flavoring
1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
6 oz cream cheese, cubed
5 oz santa fe flavored cream cheese cooking creme blend
1 c velveeta shreds, original flavor
1 c velveeta shreds, pepper jack flavor
3/4 c chopped cilantro, divided use
12 oz small whole wheat elbow macaroni
1 Tbsp kosher salt
1 c cherry tomatoes, cut in half lengthwise
3/4 c crushed thin tortilla chips
1 c shredded pepper jack cheese with a touch of philadelphia

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350º F. In a large skillet on medium, brown the sausage, for about 5 minutes, breaking with a spoon while it cooks, then add the onions and poblano pepper and saute another 5 minutes. Drain meat, onions and peppers and add back to the skillet. Discard drippings.
  • 2. With heat on low, add the corn, tomato, chipotle pepper, garlic, liquid smoke, worcestershire, cream cheese, cooking creme, both cheese shreds and 1/2 cup cilantro and mix well. Turn off heat when all cheese is melted.
  • 3. Cook macaroni in 4 quarts boiling water with the salt. Cook, slowly boiling, for 8 minutes, drain and add to the skillet. Mix well and pour into a 2-1/2 or 3 quart casserole dish. Spread cherry tomatoes over the top, and the chips then spread the shredded cheese evenly over the top. Bake for 30 minutes, covering loosely with a foil tent if it begins to brown too quickly. Remove from oven, garnish with remaining cilantro and serve.

CHUCK WAGON SKILLET MACARONI



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Easy, yummy comfort food!

Provided by Amy H.

Categories     Casseroles

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 small onion, chopped
2 clove garlic, minced
1-2 lb lean ground beef
2 can(s) (14-oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 tsp dried parsley
2 tsp dried basil
1 tsp dried oregano
3 beef bouillon cubes or 3 tsp. granules
3 cups water
1 lb dry macaroni noodles (1 regular sized box)
1 pkg (12 oz.) package shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Heat Ground chuck, chopped onion and garlic, in a deep iron skillet and cook until browned. Drain.
  • 2. Stir in tomatoes, parsley, oregano, beef bouillon, water and macaroni. Cover and cook over low heat stirring often, until macaroni softens about 15-20 minutes, add more water (1/2 cup at a time) if macaroni is still too firm.
  • 3. Cover pasta with shredded cheddar cheese and place pan in a 350 degree oven. bake in the oven until cheese has melted.

CHUCK WAGON CHEESEBURGER SKILLET



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Provided by Food Network

Time 40m

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 slices bacon
1 lb. Lean ground beef
3 tablespoons chopped onion
3 tablespoons oil
2 1/2 cups frozen hash-brown potatoes, thawed
1 (11-oz.) can Green Giant? Mexicorn? Whole Kernel Corn, Red and Green Peppers, drained
1 (4.5-oz.) can Old El Paso? Chopped Green Chiles, drained
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
8 oz. (2 cups) shredded Cheddar cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt, if desired
1/4 teaspoon pepper, if desired
1 (16.3-oz.) can Pillsbury? Grands!? Refrigerated Buttermilk Biscuits or Reduced Fat Buttermilk Biscuits

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 400?F. Cook bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towel; crumble. Set aside. 2. In 12-inch cast iron or ovenproof skillet, brown ground beef and onion over medium heat until beef is thoroughly cooked, stirring frequently. Drain. Place beef mixture in medium bowl; cover to keep warm. 3. Add oil to same skillet. Heat over medium-high heat until hot. Add potatoes; cook 3 to 5 minutes or until browned, stirring constantly. Add cooked ground beef, corn, chiles, barbecue sauce, cheese, salt and pepper; mix well. Cook until thoroughly heated, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with bacon. 4. Separate dough into 8 biscuits. Arrange biscuits over hot mixture. 5. Bake at 400?F. for 16 to 24 minutes or until biscuits are deep golden brown and bottoms are no longer doughy.

CHUCK WAGON SKILLET



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Make and share this Chuck Wagon Skillet recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gphilbrick

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups cooked egg noodles
1 cup sliced celery
1 lb 95% lean ground beef
2 cups cubed mild cheddar cheese
1 (3 7/8 ounce) can sliced black olives
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, with juice
1/4 cup water

Steps:

  • brown hamburger & season to taste - drain off any fat.
  • layer the following ingredients to make 2 different layers -.
  • 1 cup of egg noodles per layer, 1/2 of the sliced celery, 1/2 of the cubed cheese,1/2 of the black olives per layer.
  • top the layers with the stewed tomatoes, and add the 1/4 cup water.
  • Turn heat to medium unti casserole comes to a steam, then lower heat to low, Cover pan and cook for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371.2, Fat 19.4, SaturatedFat 10.2, Cholesterol 101.9, Sodium 620.1, Carbohydrate 20.1, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 4, Protein 28.9

COWBOY MACARONI



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A favorite meal of any cowboy. Includes a hearty combination of lean ground beef, macaroni, cheese, and a tomato sauce that will make you jump up and click your spurs together.

Provided by D. Carnes

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (14 ounce) package macaroni and cheese
1 pound extra-lean ground beef
1 (10 ounce) can canned whole kernel corn
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (10 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 small onion, chopped
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (220 degrees C). Prepare the macaroni and cheese according to the directions on the package.
  • Brown the ground beef and onion in a skillet over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink. Drain excess grease.
  • In a 2 quart casserole dish, combine the macaroni and cheese, ground beef, onion, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and corn with its liquid. Mix well.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until heated through. Top with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506.5 calories, Carbohydrate 62.2 g, Cholesterol 63.6 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 1220 mg, Sugar 13.8 g

CHUCK WAGON SKILLET DINNER



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Make and share this Chuck Wagon Skillet Dinner recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Shellbelle

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground turkey
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 package taco seasoning mix
1 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 cups thinly sliced zucchini
1 can diced tomato
1 1/2 cups uncooked instant rice
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown ground beef and onion, then drain.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients except rice and cheese, bring to a boil.
  • Stir in rice.
  • Reduce heat to low and cover and simmer 5-7 minutes or until liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Fluff mixture with fork, sprinkle with cheese.
  • Cover and let stand 3 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.2, Fat 17.9, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 71.2, Sodium 173.9, Carbohydrate 22.2, Fiber 1, Sugar 1.2, Protein 21.1

CHUCKWAGON CHILI MAC



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It's the beans that give this smart chili mac the right to the title "Chuckwagon." Make it at home, on the range, in 20 minutes flat.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings, about 1 cup each.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pkg. (7-1/4 oz.) KRAFT Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
1 lb. extra-lean ground beef
1 Tbsp. chili powder
1 tsp. ground cumin
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15 oz.) kidney beans, rinsed
1/3 cup BREAKSTONE'S Reduced Fat or KNUDSEN Light Sour Cream
1/3 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare Dinner as directed on package, using the Light Prep directions.
  • Meanwhile, brown meat with chili powder and cumin in large nonstick skillet on medium heat. Add tomatoes and beans; simmer 3 min., stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in prepared dinner; cook 3 to 5 min. or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Top with sour cream and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 2.5 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 720 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 27 g

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