Description
Chili mac pasta is a delicious and comforting dish that combines macaroni and chili in one bowl.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until onion is translucent.
- Stir in kidney beans, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- Combine cooked macaroni with the chili mixture and stir well.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese and cover until cheese melts.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with lentils or mushrooms.
- Add fresh jalapeños for extra heat.
- Serve with sour cream and chopped green onions as garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: chili mac pasta recipe easy comfort food