Chili Mac and Cheese

Name: Chili Mac and Cheese
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 pound ground beef (extra lean); 1 large onion (chopped); 3 cloves garlic (minced); ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon cumin (ground); 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon black pepper (ground); 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup black beans (drained and rinsed); 1 cup kidney beans (drained and rinsed); 26 ounces diced tomatoes ((1 can)); 4 cups chicken broth (low sodium, or beef broth); 10 ounces elbow pasta (uncooked); 2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded); 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:20min

Chili Mac and Cheese combines two comfort food favorites into one pot. Tender pasta simmers with seasoned beef, beans, tomatoes, and spices, then gets finished with a blanket of melted cheddar for the ultimate weeknight dinner. Ready in about 30 minutes and perfect for feeding a crowd.

Updated at: Thu, 14 May 2026 19:25:31 GMT