How to Make One-Pot Chili Mac and Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

Welcome to the ultimate comfort food recipe – One-Pot Chili Mac and Cheese. This hearty and soul-warming dish combines the best of two classic comfort foods – chili and mac and cheese – into one delicious and satisfying meal. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a comforting meal for a cold winter night, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite in your household.

One-Pot Chili Mac and Cheese is a perfect fusion of flavors and textures. The rich, creamy cheese sauce mixed with the b...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium sweet onion, diced small
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups Ragu® Old World Style® Traditional Pasta Sauce
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
  • 1 (16 ounce) can mild chili beans, undrained
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 ½ cups uncooked elbow macaroni
  • ¾ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic, and beef. Stirring frequently, cook until meat is browned and crumbly, about 3 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  • Stir in chicken broth, Ragu® sauce, diced tomatoes with mild green chilies, beans, chili powder, and cumin. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Bring to a boil and stir in pasta; cover, reduce heat to a simmer and cook until pasta is al dente, about 14 minutes.
  • Remove from heat. Stir in the cheese and parsley. Serve immediately, garnished with additional cheese and parsley, if desired.
  • Nutrition

    463 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 66mg
    • Sodium: 1233mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 46g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 161mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 633mg