Description
Chili Mac is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender macaroni, savory chili, and gooey cheese into a dish that warms both body and soul. Perfect for family gatherings, game nights, or cozy evenings at home, this hearty recipe is quick to prepare and easily customizable with your favorite toppings. Each bite promises a delightful explosion of flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, kidney beans, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Fold in cooked macaroni and top with shredded cheese; cover to melt cheese (about 5 minutes).
- Serve hot with desired toppings like sour cream or green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg