- Chili Mac
This one pot chili mac is a blend of ground beef, macaroni, beans, tomatoes and spices, all topped off with plenty of melted cheese. An easy dinner option that’s family friendly and on the table in 30 minutes!
CourseMain
CuisineAmerican
Prep Time10minutes minutes
Cook Time20minutes minutes
Total Time30minutes minutes
Servings6
Calories511kcal
Ingredients
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 pound ground beef I use 90% lean
1/2 cup onion finely diced
1 teaspoon garlic minced
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
14 1/2 ounce can diced tomatoes do not drain
4 cups beef broth
8 ounce can tomato sauce
salt and pepper to taste
15 ounce can dark red kidney beans drained and rinsed
10 ounces elbow macaroni
1 1/4 cups cheddar cheese grated
Toppings such as chopped cilantro, diced tomato and minced red onion optional
Instructions:
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 5-6 minutes, breaking up the meat with a spatula.
Add the onion to the pot and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Add the chili powder, cumin, tomatoes, beef broth, tomato sauce, salt, pepper, kidney beans and macaroni to the pot. Stir to combine.
Bring to a simmer, then cover the pot and cook for 12-13 minutes or until pasta is tender. Uncover the pot and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
Sprinkle the cheese over the top of the pasta. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes or until cheese is melted. You can cover the pot if needed to help the cheese melt.
Top with cilantro, tomatoes and onion if desired, then serve.
