Description
Chili Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort dish that combines creamy cheese and zesty chili for a delightful meal. This one-pot recipe brings together tender elbow macaroni, flavorful ground beef, and gooey cheddar cheese, creating a cozy experience perfect for family dinners or game nights. With minimal prep and cleanup, you can enjoy a hearty bowl of this delicious dish in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth (low-sodium)
- ½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the pot; cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes), breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, elbow macaroni, chili powder, beef broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover and cook on low heat for about 15 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Remove from heat and mix in shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream until creamy.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs or extra cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg