Hearty Chili Roni

Warm up your dinner table with a bowl of Hearty Chili Roni, the ultimate one-pot comfort food packed with bold flavors and satisfying textures. This family-friendly recipe combines the smoky spice of chili with the nostalgic appeal of macaroni, bringing together ground beef, tender pasta, and a rich, tomato-based broth infused with chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Kidney beans add extra heartiness, while a generous helping of melted cheddar cheese creates a creamy finish that takes this dish over the top. Ready in just 45 minutes, this quick and easy meal is perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends. Serve it piping hot with optional garnishes like fresh scallions, and watch it become a new household favorite. Keywords: chili macaroni recipe, one-pot chili, hearty comfort food, family dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 medium bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 15 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups macaroni
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons scallions, sliced (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Stir in the diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté until softened, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), kidney beans, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Once boiling, stir in the macaroni. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 10-12 minutes or until the macaroni is tender and cooked through.

Step 7

Remove the pot from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and combined.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Let sit for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with sliced scallions if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3031.6 grams (3031.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2849

Total Fat 151.30g	194%
Saturated Fat 63.50g	318%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.10g
Cholesterol 450mg	150%
Sodium 8285mg	360%
Total Carbohydrate 217.70g	79%
Dietary Fiber 47.50g	170%
Total Sugars 33.60g
Protein 156.40g	313%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 1325mg	102%
Iron 30mg	167%
Potassium 5139mg	109%

*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: 47.6%

Protein: 21.9%

Carbs: 30.5%