Easy Cheesy Chili Mac

Get dinner on the table in just 35 minutes with this Easy Cheesy Chili Mac, the ultimate family-friendly comfort food! This one-pot wonder combines tender elbow macaroni, hearty ground beef, and a rich, chili-spiced tomato sauce, all brought together with gooey melted cheddar cheese. Simple pantry staples like canned diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and aromatic spices deliver bold, comforting flavors, while minimal prep keeps things stress-free. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe is as easy to make as it is to love. Garnish with a dollop of sour cream and chopped green onions for a restaurant-quality finish, and watch as this cheesy classic becomes a household favorite! Keywords: Easy Chili Mac, One-Pot Meals, Cheesy Pasta Recipes, Family-Friendly Dinners.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 15 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 3 cups chicken or beef broth
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0 sour cream (optional, for garnish)
• 0 chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 2

Once the beef is browned, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the onion has softened.

Step 3

Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the beef mixture. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.

Step 4

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices) and the canned kidney beans. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Pour in the broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Once boiling, add the uncooked elbow macaroni. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the pot with a lid. Let the macaroni cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the pasta is tender.

Step 7

Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it is completely melted and the mixture is creamy.

Step 8

Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with optional sour cream and chopped green onions, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2571.8 grams (2571.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3202

Total Fat 160.30g	206%
Saturated Fat 75.10g	376%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.60g
Cholesterol 506mg	169%
Sodium 6454mg	281%
Total Carbohydrate 263.80g	96%
Dietary Fiber 39.90g	143%
Total Sugars 28.90g
Protein 181.40g	363%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1626mg	125%
Iron 27mg	151%
Potassium 3691mg	79%

*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: 44.8%

Protein: 22.5%

Carbs: 32.7%