Weight Watchers Cheesy Chili Mac Points 5
Satisfy your comfort food cravings with this Weight Watchers Cheesy Chili Mac, a hearty, one-pot meal that’s packed with flavor and only 5 points per serving! Made with lean ground turkey, whole wheat macaroni, and a medley of spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, this dish strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and nutrition. A rich tomato base, kidney beans, and melted reduced-fat cheddar cheese bring a creamy, chili-inspired twist to classic mac and cheese. Ready in just 35 minutes with minimal prep, this protein-packed dinner is an easy choice for busy weeknights. Enjoy a cozy, satisfying meal that feels indulgent but aligns perfectly with your Weight Watchers goals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean ground turkey (93% lean)
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 15 ounces Tomato sauce (no sugar added)
- 14.5 ounces Diced tomatoes (no salt added)
- 1 cup Canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 teaspoons Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Uncooked whole wheat elbow macaroni
- 0.75 cup Reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups Water
- 1 spray Cooking spray
Instructions
Spray a large skillet or pot with cooking spray and heat over medium heat.
Add the lean ground turkey and diced onion to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking the meat into small crumbles, until the turkey is browned and the onion is softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes (including liquid), kidney beans, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Pour in the uncooked whole wheat elbow macaroni and water. Stir well, ensuring the pasta is submerged in the liquid.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet or pot with a lid and let it simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
Cover the skillet again and let it sit for 2-3 minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
Serve hot and enjoy your Weight Watchers Cheesy Chili Mac!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2429 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.4 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.3 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 378 mg | 126% | |
| Sodium | 4678 mg | 203% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 292.3 g | 106% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.9 g | 164% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.8 g | ||
| Protein | 179.9 g | 360% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1057 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 28.1 mg | 156% | |
| Potassium | 5220 mg | 111% | |
*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.
