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Delicious one-pot chili mac ready to serve in a bowl with cheese and herbs on top.

Easy One Pot Chili Mac

A delicious and comforting one-pot meal that combines the flavors of chili and macaroni, perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 500 g ground beef
  • 300 g elbow macaroni
  • 1 piece onion (100 g) Chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic (6 g) Minced
  • 500 ml tomato sauce
  • 400 ml beef broth
  • 1 tbsp chili powder (8 g) Adjust to taste
  • 200 g cheddar cheese Shredded

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Brown the ground beef in a large pot with the chopped onion until the meat is cooked through.
  2. Add minced garlic and chili powder. Stir for a minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the elbow macaroni, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Stir everything together.
  4. Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer until the pasta is tender, about 10-12 minutes.
  5. Stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and well combined. Serve hot.

Notes

You can add extra cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions when serving. This dish pairs well with a green salad or crusty bread.