Description
Crock Pot Cheddar Chili Mac is a comforting, cheesy delight that warms both body and soul. With a rich blend of melted cheddar, hearty chili, and tender macaroni, this dish is perfect for family dinners or game nights. The slow-cooked flavors meld beautifully, creating an irresistible meal that’s easy to prepare and even better as leftovers. Just set it and forget it!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 can (15 oz) chili beans in sauce
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 cups beef broth
Instructions
- Sauté the diced onion in a skillet over medium heat until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Brown the ground meat in the skillet until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Combine the sautéed mixture with chili beans, diced tomatoes, broth, and spices in the crock pot.
- Cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
- Stir in cooked macaroni and half of the cheddar cheese about 30 minutes before serving. Add remaining cheese until melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg