Description
One Pot Chili Mac and Cheese is a cozy, flavorful dish that combines creamy macaroni with zesty chili in a single pot. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe delivers comfort food at its best. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal cleanup, you can enjoy a hearty meal that will leave everyone smiling.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 pound lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 can (15 oz) chili beans
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 teaspoons taco seasoning
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground meat with diced onions until cooked through. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and cook for two minutes until fragrant.
- Add tomato sauce, chili beans, and water; bring to a simmer.
- Stir in uncooked macaroni, cover, and cook on low for about 15 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Remove from heat and mix in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Serve warm with optional toppings like chopped green onions or tortilla chips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg