Chili Mac (One Pot Recipe)
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 45 minutes
Yields: 4 servings
Hey there, fellow foodies! Are you ready for a culinary adventure that will warm your heart and fill your belly? Look no further than this mouth-watering Chili Mac recipe!
This one-pot wonder is packed with ground beef, noodles, cheese, beans, and a whole lot of flavor. It’s the perfect comfort food for a chilly night in with the family.
So, what are you waiting for? Let’s get started!
Sauté the Onion and Garlic: In a medium pot, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 2 tablespoons&hvadid=719737736360&hvdev=c&hvexpln=67&hvlocphy=9014016&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=4304362975742278753–&hvqmt=e&hvrand=4304362975742278753&hvtargid=kwd-332465824708&hydadcr=28544_14555830&linkCode=ll2&tag=recipe-aisle-20&linkId=1efe785d11207b6cec7af25b776bd528&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl’>tablespoons of minced garlic, and 1 diced onion and sauté for 2 minutes. The aroma will drive you crazy!
Cook the Beef: Add 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground white pepper, and 1 pound of lean ground beef and cook until brown, about 4-5 minutes. Get ready for a flavor explosion!
Simmer the Broth: Stir in the 32 ounces of chicken broth, 14.5 ounces (1 can) of fire-roasted diced tomatoes, 1 cup of cooked pinto beans, and 1 cup of cooked chili beans. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring frequently. The flavors will meld together beautifully!
Cook the Noodles: Once the mixture is simmering, add in 10 ounces of macaroni noodles and bring to a boil. Once the mixture is boiling, reduce back to a simmer and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until noodles are fully cooked. You’ll be hooked from the first bite!
Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, top with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, and let it rest (do not stir) until the cheese is melted. About 3 minutes. Scoop into bowls and sprinkle with extra cheese if desired and garnish with fresh parsley. The perfect comfort food!
This Chili Mac recipe is a game-changer. It’s easy to make, packed with flavor, and perfect for a family dinner. You can customize it to your taste by adding your favorite toppings, like corn chips, tortilla strips, or sliced jalapeños. The possibilities are endless!
So, what are you waiting for? Get cooking and enjoy this delicious Chili Mac recipe with your loved ones!
Printable Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 diced onion
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 32 ounces chicken broth
- 14.5 ounces fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 cup cooked pinto beans
- 1 cup cooked chili beans
- 10 ounces macaroni noodles
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- 1. In a medium pot, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of minced garlic, and 1 diced onion and sauté for 2 minutes.
- 2. Add 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground white pepper, and 1 pound of lean ground beef and cook until brown, about 4-5 minutes.
- 3. Stir in 32 ounces of chicken broth, 14.5 ounces of fire-roasted diced tomatoes, 1 cup of cooked pinto beans, and 1 cup of cooked chili beans. Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently.
- 4. Once simmering, add in 10 ounces of macaroni noodles and bring to a boil. Reduce back to a simmer and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until noodles are fully cooked.
- 5. Remove from heat, top with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, and let it rest until the cheese is melted, about 3 minutes. Scoop into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.
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