Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of One Pot Chili Mac, a delightful blend of hearty beef chili, tender macaroni, and gooey melted cheese—all cooked in just one pot. This quick and easy dish takes about 45 minutes from start to finish, making it an ideal solution for busy weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends and family. With its bold spices and customizable toppings, this recipe is sure to please everyone at the table and leave you with delicious leftovers for days.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 ½ cups chopped yellow onion
- 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 8 oz dry elbow macaroni
- 1 (15 oz) can dark red kidney beans
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sauté chopped onion and red bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add ground beef, searing for about 3 minutes before breaking it up. Cook until nearly done.
- Stir in minced garlic and spices, cooking for another minute.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, macaroni, and kidney beans. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 12–15 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Remove from heat; stir in half-and-half and shredded cheese until melted.
- Serve hot with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 78mg