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Easy Gluten-Free Taco Mac and Cheese

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This easy gluten-free taco mac and cheese is a super quick and oh so tasty Mexican-inspired meal that’s sure to be a family favorite and a recipe you’ll want to whip up again and again!
Course Main
Cuisine American
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 5 servings
Calories 342
Author Kim

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup canned corn kernels drained
  • 1 cup canned black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can chopped green chilies, undrained 4.5 oz
  • 1 can diced tomatoes, undrained 14.5 oz
  • 1 cup mild salsa
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning I used a brand that's pretty strong, you may want to use additional taco seasoning, depending on preference.
  • 1 box Horizon Organic Gluten-Free Mac
  • chopped fresh cilantro leaves and diced avocado optional for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat about 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over medium high heat. Add ground turkey, onion and garlic. Cook and crumble meat until it is no longer pink, about 8-10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, as desired to taste.
  • Stir in corn, black beans and green chilies until well combined. Add tomatoes, salsa, taco seasoning, macaroni noodles, powder cheese (from Horizon boxed mac) and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat and simmer until pasta is cooked through, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, stir in fresh cilantro and top with chopped avocado, if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

This recipe is perfect for experimenting and using what you have on hand.
  • Try any box of macaroni for a different cheesy vibe
  • Vary the spice level of the salsa
  • Use any ground meat you'd like. Turkey and chicken are best for soaking up the taco flavor

Nutrition

Calories: 342kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 937mg | Potassium: 820mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 498IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 3mg