Macaroni Skillet
Whip up a hearty and comforting one-pan meal with this irresistible Macaroni Skillet, a quick and easy dinner recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights! Packed with tender elbow macaroni, savory ground beef, and a rich tomato-based sauce infused with aromatic garlic, onions, and a hint of paprika, this recipe combines bold flavors with simple cooking techniques. Everything cooks together in a single skillet—including the pasta—making cleanup a breeze. Topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish is ready in just 35 minutes and serves four, making it a family-friendly favorite. Whether you’re looking for a crowd-pleasing comfort food or an effortless weeknight dinner idea, this Macaroni Skillet will deliver every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 14.5 ounces (1 can) diced tomatoes
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
Sauté the diced onion for 2-3 minutes until softened, then add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, for 5-6 minutes or until browned. Drain excess grease if necessary.
Stir in the paprika, dried basil, salt, and black pepper to season the beef mixture.
Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Pour in the uncooked elbow macaroni, ensuring it's evenly distributed and submerged in the liquid.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Once the macaroni is cooked, remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Cover again for 2-3 minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley. Enjoy your Macaroni Skillet!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2598 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 139.3 g | 179% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.2 g | 296% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 442 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 5262 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 196.0 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.3 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.2 g | ||
| Protein | 147.0 g | 294% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1102 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 20.0 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 2595 mg | 55% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
