Description
Crock Pot Cheddar Chili Mac is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender macaroni with rich, creamy cheddar cheese and zesty chili flavors. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights and gatherings, promising a deliciously cheesy experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) chili beans, drained
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 cups beef broth
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with diced onion and minced garlic for about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in chili powder and cumin; cook for an additional minute.
- Transfer the beef mixture to a crock pot. Add macaroni, chili beans, diced tomatoes, and beef broth. Stir to combine.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top without stirring. Cover and cook on low for about 4 hours.
- After cooking, stir in more cheese until melted. Serve immediately, garnished with green onions or extra cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg