Chili Mac is one of those nostalgic and super delicious meals that just makes you feel good inside! It’s the perfect cold weather food and this version is ooey, gooey perfection!
The best part is since it all cooks in one pot, (even the pasta), there are fewer dishes to wash! And everyone loves that.
It’s funny. When Heather and I got married, the deal was that I’d do the cooking and she’d do the cleaning. Unfortunately for her, neither of us knew I’d have a career in food. And while she never complains, I know she enjoys meals with less to wash. And don’t worry, I DO help her with the dishes now. 🙂
So when you’re craving some comfort food, whip up a batch of my easy, cheesy, Chili Mac! My family just loves it and I know yours will, too! I promise you won’t be disappointed! Y’all enjoy!
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Chili Mac
Ingredients
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 1 onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 (1.25 to 1.75-ounce) packets of chili seasoning
- 1 (28-ounce) can petite diced tomatoes with juice
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- salt
- pepper
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, brown the ground beef with the onions over medium high heat. Drain away any grease.
- Return the meat and onions to the heat and add the garlic. Cook for 1 minute. Stir in the beef broth, chili seasoning, diced tomatoes with the juice, and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Stir in the uncooked pasta. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions and pasta are tender. Add salt and pepper to taste. When ready to serve add the cheese. Stir until melted.
Great recipe!! The whole family loved it!!
Thanks for sharing this wonderful recipe!!
Awesome! I’m so glad y’all enjoyed it!
I prepared this recipe last night for my family. It was easy, quick, and very delicious. I will also prepare this for my Church family. Thanks for a great recipe. Grandma got this!
Love it! So glad you enjoyed it and were able to share with those you love!
Just what I’m looking for. Last minute change in plans for me and husband, gotta pick up grand babies and feed them. This is perfect, I gotta double it. Grandma got this! Thanks
Hope it turns out GREAT for you!!
Hi, can I make this and freeze it for my daughter and Her husband who are ready to have a baby?
Absolutely!
Would this work ok if I cut the recipe in half for a smaller casserole?
Thank you,
Marla
Sure!
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful recipes.
It’s my pleasure!
Can you make it without hamburger, just canned chili and macaroni?
Hmmm… that’s not something I’ve tried, but I don’t see why it wouldn’t work.
I love to use V8 instead of tomato juice and/or water. It is super good.
Yum! I love using v* in dishes like this. I like to use it in chili, vegetable soup, even cabbage rolls.
This was pretty tasty! Easy to put together and on the table in less than an hour. A keeper for sure.
So glad you enjoyed it, Kim!!
Looks deelish! I’ll cook the pasta seperately, {too much starch] add, then bake. T Y
Hope you’ll enjoy!
I have done my family’s cooking for all of my 32 years of marriage and can relate perfectly with your statement that “Feeding people makes me happy. It’s just about as plain and simple as that.” I have always made Chili-mac with leftover chile but I will try this one tonight.
There’s just something about food that brings us together! Enjoy!
Awesome recipe! Very tasty and filling…quick and simple to make. Approved by hubby and kids 🙂
Love hearing that! So glad everyone enjoyed it!!
This is a favorite in our house! My four kids, including the one who hates pasta, request it 2-3 times a month.
I’m so glad they loved it!
Making it right now for my son to take back to college after weekend at home. He said it looked good!
Awesome! I sure hope he’ll enjoy it! It reheats so well!
Can I add a can of kidney beans
Absolutely!
Oh My! I haven’t had Chili Mac in a while, Ill be making this tomorrow. Thanks for the new recipe.
Hope you’ll enjoy!