Texas Goulash

Texas Goulash is a hearty, one-pot comfort food classic that combines bold Tex-Mex flavors with family-friendly appeal. This recipe features tender elbow macaroni simmered to perfection in a savory blend of spiced ground beef, diced tomatoes with green chiles, and rich beef broth. Infused with a medley of chili powder, paprika, and cumin, and finished with melty shredded cheddar cheese, every bite bursts with warmth and flavor. A hint of jalapeño adds optional spice, while a garnish of fresh green onions brings a pop of color and freshness. Ready in just 45 minutes with minimal clean-up, this easy skillet meal is perfect for busy weeknights and guaranteed to satisfy. Whether you're feeding a crowd or craving leftovers, Texas Goulash is the ultimate combination of simplicity, boldness, and comfort.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 small jalapeño, minced (optional, for spice)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes with green chiles
• 8 ounces tomato sauce
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup sliced green onions (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, red bell pepper, and jalapeño (if using) to the skillet. Sauté for 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced tomatoes with green chiles, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Mix well to combine.

Step 5

Stir in the chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Add the elbow macaroni to the skillet, ensuring the pasta is submerged in the liquid. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cover the skillet with a lid.

Step 7

Cook for about 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is tender and has absorbed much of the liquid.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasoning, if needed.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.

Step 10

Garnish the dish with sliced green onions and serve hot. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2194.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2581.7

Total Fat 126.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 422.1mg	0%
Sodium 6901.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 215.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.6g	0%
Total Sugars 33.3g
Protein 148.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1072.3mg	0%
Iron 21.9mg	0%
Potassium 2691.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.8%

Protein: 22.9%

Carbs: 33.2%