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One Pot Chili Mac

Are you looking for a one pot dinner that's quick and nourishing? This One Pot Chili Mac is the answer! Made with ingredients you likely already have in your pantry, this chili dinner makes everyone in the family happy.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 437 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 1 pound ground turkey or ground beef
  • 32 ounce chicken broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 ounce
  • 1 can tomato sauce 15 ounce
  • 1 can cannelllini beans (don't drain) 15 ounce
  • 1 can dark red kidney beans (don't drain) 16 ounce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 Tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 16 ounce uncooked elbows pasta
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided

Instructions

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  1. In a large dutch oven (or soup pot), combine onion and ground turkey over medium high heat. Cook until browned, about 5-8 minutes, making sure to crumble as it cooks.
  2. Add the chicken broth, water, tomatoes, beans, salt, chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper and pasta. Bring to a boil over medium high heat, stirring occasionally. Once boiling, reduce heat and simmer for an additional 15 minutes, until noodles are soft and tender. Stir occasionally so the noodles don't stick to the bottom of the pan. Add in one cup of the shredded cheddar cheese and stir into pot of chili.
  3. To serve, add a ladle of the chili mac to a bowl and sprinkle on additional cheese, if desired. ENJOY.

Notes

  • For the beans: I used the beans I had in my pantry this time, which were cannelini beans and red kidney beans. Black beans, navy beans and pinto beans would all work just as well!
  • For the meat: ground beef and chicken are delicious in chili mac as well! You could even try a vegetarian version with crumbled beef substitute, although I haven't given this a shot and can't vouch for it. If you try it, let me know how it works!
  • For the noodles: Other small noodles taste great here for a fun change. Shells, ziti, penne and rotini would all be perfect!
  • Store leftovers in airtight container in refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • See blog post for more recipe tips and tricks.

Nutrition Information

Calories 437kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 29g (58%) Fat 21g (32%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Polyunsaturated Fat 10g Cholesterol 91mg (30%) Sodium 1252mg (52%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 5g (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 437

% Daily Value*

Calories 437kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 35g 12%
Protein 29g 58%
Fat 21g 32%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10g 59%
Cholesterol 91mg 30%
Sodium 1252mg 52%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 5g 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.