Crock Pot Chili Mac and Cheese Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
8 hrs
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Total Time
8 hrs 15 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
747 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Crock Pot Chili Mac and Cheese Recipe
Description
This recipe starts by browning ground beef then transferring it to the crock pot along with onions, garlic, chili beans, diced and crushed tomatoes, beef broth, and spices. After several hours of slow cooking, uncooked macaroni is added and cooked until tender. Finally, plenty of cheddar cheese is stirred in and melted, coating the pasta and meat mixture in a creamy, cheesy layer.
The long, slow cooking melds the chili spices with beef and tomato, resulting in a rich, warming flavor. The pasta absorbs the flavors and becomes tender without becoming mushy. The cheese adds gooey creaminess that binds the dish together.
This chili mac and cheese serves well as a filling main course for family dinners or casual gatherings. It can be topped with additional chili toppings like sour cream or jalapeños if desired.
Leftovers keep well refrigerated and reheat easily.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef lean
- 1/2 onion chopped, small
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- 2 chili beans 15 oz, canned
- 1 crushed tomato 15 oz each, canned
- 1 diced tomatoes 15 oz, canned
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoons chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 oz elbow macaroni uncooked
- 3 cups cheddar cheese hand shredded
Instructions
- Brown ground beef and put in the crock pot.
- Add all the ingredients except for the pasta and shredded cheese to a crock pot. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Stir in the uncooked macaroni. Cover and cook on low for 20-30 minutes until the pasta is cooked through.
- Stir in the cheddar cheese. Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Top with your favorite chili toppings and enjoy!
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 747 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 747kcal | 37% |
| Carbohydrates | 63g | 21% |
| Protein | 42g | 84% |
| Fat | 37g | 57% |
| Saturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Cholesterol | 113mg | 38% |
| Sodium | 2334mg | 97% |
| Potassium | 1405mg | 30% |
| Fiber | 10g | 40% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 1215IU | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 16.2mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 530mg | 53% |
| Iron | 7.1mg | 39% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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