Description
One pot chili mac is cheesy, hearty, and family-friendly—pasta and chili cooked together for an easy dinner with minimal dishes.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups beef broth (or chicken broth)
1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
8 ounces elbow macaroni
2 cups shredded cheddar
Instructions
In a large pot over medium-high, heat oil and brown meat 6 to 8 minutes.
Add onion and cook 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
Add broth, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and beans. Bring to a simmer.
Stir in macaroni. Simmer 10 to 12 minutes, stirring often, until pasta is tender.
Turn off heat and stir in cheddar until melted. Serve hot.
Notes
Thicker or thinner: Add extra broth to loosen, or simmer 2 minutes longer to thicken.
Make-ahead: Reheats well with a splash of broth.
Tools: Large pot, wooden spoon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: 6 servings
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: American