Description
One Pot Chili Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food, blending creamy cheese, hearty pasta, and zesty chili flavors all in one pot. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this dish comes together effortlessly, allowing you to enjoy delicious bites without the fuss of extensive cleanup. Each serving is a warm hug in a bowl that will leave your family and friends asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground meat with chopped onions and garlic for about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in diced bell peppers and chili powder; cook for another 3-4 minutes until peppers soften.
- Add uncooked pasta, canned tomatoes, and chicken broth; stir to combine.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until pasta is tender.
- Remove lid and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg