Description
Easy Chili Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food that combines creamy cheese, savory ground meat, and zesty chili flavors into a delightful one-pot meal. Perfect for cozy dinners or game day gatherings, this dish is not only hearty but also simple to prepare. With just a few key ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have a delicious dinner ready in no time. Grab your fork and dive into this cheesy goodness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef or turkey over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, chili powder, onion powder, and cooked pasta. Mix well.
- Gradually add milk while stirring continuously, then incorporate shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra cheese or fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg