One Pot Chili Mac & Cheese Recipe
Indulge in this creamy, zesty One Pot Chili Mac & Cheese that combines the heartiness of chili with the comfort of mac and cheese—perfect for busy weeknights!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add olive oil, followed by chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about two minutes until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces for even cooking.
- Stir in chili powder, salt, and pepper. Adjust spices to suit your preference.
- Pour in elbow macaroni, diced tomatoes (with juice), black beans, and enough water or broth to cover everything by about an inch. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about ten minutes or until pasta is al dente. Stir occasionally.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle shredded cheese on top while still hot. Cover again until melted. Serve with chopped cilantro on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 80mg