Chili Mac and Cheese Recipe

5 from 2 votes

This Easy Chili Mac and Cheese Recipe is a simple, hearty, homemade dinner recipe. It's filled with beef, tomatoes, pasta, cheese, and spices that come together to make a comforting family friendly meal that's ready in just 30 minutes!

Prep Time10 mins

Cook Time25 mins

Total Time35 mins

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 494kcal

Author: Shauna

Ingredients

2 lbs ground beef
1 small yellow onion finely diced
2 15 ounce cans diced tomatoes
1 15 ounce can tomato sauce
1 6 ounce can tomato paste
5 15 ounce cans water
1 15 ounce can kidney beans drained and rinsed
2 tbsp chili powder
2 tbsp garlic powder
2 tbsp onion powder
2 tbsp cumin
1 tbsp paprika
½ tbsp salt
1 tsp ground black pepper
3 cups elbow macaroni
2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
1 tsp baking soda

Instructions

In a large dutch oven, saute diced onions until translucent and they start to caramelize.
Add ground meat and brown until just done. It’s okay if it still has some pink in it before you add the rest of the ingredients.
Add seasonings (minus the baking soda) and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring continuously.
Pour in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, water and tomato paste.
Bring to a simmer over medium low heat and cook for about 10 minutes.
Stir in the baking soda. The sauce will start to bubble up. Stir over medium heat until the bubbles have gone away.
Stir in beans and pasta. Simmer until macaroni is al dente. Remove from heat and sprinkle cheese on top and let it melt. Stir and serve.
Top bowls with more cheese.

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