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One Pot Chili Mac and Cheese


Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 10 people
This One-Pot Chili Mac n Cheese is the perfect cheesy recipe for lazy Sundays or a weeknight dinner. It requires minimal prep and is ready in just 30 minutes and combines two of the BEST comfort foods around!
This One-Pot Chili Mac and Cheese is the perfect cheesy recipe for lazy Sundays or a weeknight dinner. It requires minimal prep and is ready in just 30 minutes and combines two of the BEST comfort foods around!

Ingredients  

  • 2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika*
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 28 oz. can Petite Diced Tomatoes with Green Chile, undrained
  • 16 oz. elbow macaroni, uncooked
  • 8 oz. cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup whole milk*
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Heat the oil in a large deep pan or pot on medium-high heat. Add the ground beef to the pan and break it up with a spatula.
  • Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently until beef is browned and cooked through and then drain the juice from the beef.
  • Add the seasonings, beef broth, water, and tomatoes to the pot and bring to a boil. Once boiling, add in uncooked elbow macaroni and cook covered for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until macaroni is tender. 
  • Add in the cream cheese, I like to use my spatula to break it into smaller pieces as I add it so it melts faster. You could also cube it up before adding.
  • Once the cream cheese has melted, add in the milk, lime juice, and shredded cheese and stir until the cheddar cheese has fully melted.
  • Remove from heat and serve hot. Garnish with parsley or cilantro.

Notes

  • If using a Smoked Paprika, start with 1/2 teaspoon and work your way up from there as this can be a very potent seasoning.
  • If you prefer your chili mac a little looser or you add additional ingredients and find that they have caused the pasta to dry out a bit, add an additional 1/2 cup of milk.

Nutrition

Calories: 516kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 775mg | Potassium: 571mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 940IU | Vitamin C: 7.8mg | Calcium: 250mg | Iron: 3.1mg
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