Chili Mac

This recipe combines the flavors of two classic dishes, chili and mac and cheese, to bring together a simple one dish dinner.

5 from 4 votes

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Prep Time5

Cook Time20

Course dinner

Servings 5 people

Equipment

1 skillet with lid

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1/5 chopped white onion
1 tbsp minced garlic
1 packet chili seasoning
16 oz canned chili beans
14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes
4 cups low sodium beef broth
1 pound macaroni
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
8 oz tomato sauce

Instructions

In a skillet over medium high heat, begin browning your ground beef
Chop your onion and add it to the skillet to cook with the beef
Once the meat is fully cooked and your onion is translucent, add in minced garlic and chili seasoning. Mix
Add in drained chili beans diced tomatoes and tomato sauce
Mix all of the ingredients together then add in your broth
Bring to a simmer
Once simmering, add your dry macaroni. Mix to make sure the pasta is fully covered by the liquid
Turn the heat to medium low
Top with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
Cover and cook for 10 minutes
After 10 minutes, start it and add more cheese
Cover and cook for 10 more minutes
Let sit for at least 5 minutes before serving

Kerstin Rasch

October 10, 2025 at 7:26 pm

We love your recipes but chili Mac is a favorite and regular! Our 1.5 year old daughter LOVES it. We so appreciate how practical and yummy all of your recipes are.