Easy Chili Mac Recipe
A comforting and hearty classic, this Easy Chili Mac combines the flavors of chili and macaroni pasta to create a delightfully simple yet delicious meal.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 15 oz kidney beans drained and rinsed
- 15 oz diced tomatoes with juices
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 cup macaroni pasta uncooked
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 0.5 tsp salt to taste
- 0.5 tsp black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté until translucent.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
- Stir in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper, and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, macaroni pasta, and beef broth. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the macaroni is tender.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Cover and let it sit until the cheese has melted.
- Serve warm and enjoy your Easy Chili Mac.
Notes
This recipe can be adjusted to suit your taste by adding more spices or using different types of beans.