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One-Pot Chili Mac and Cheese

20-25 minutes

easy

6 people

Easy one-pot chili mac and cheese without beans is a quick and easy dinner for the family. A mash-up between two beloved kid recipes: Chili con carne y Mac and cheese served with crispy tortilla chips.

This one-pot chili mac and cheese without Beans recipe will be a treat for your kids! Plus, it’s easy to make, and the kids can use the tortilla chips as a spoon. I’ve cut the black beans from the traditional Chili con Carne recipe and added some green peas and carrots for extra veggies. Another alternative for some extra veggies would be sweet corn. Both variations bring a tad of sweetness to the dish.

Spicy?

One-Pot Chili Mac and Cheese

I’ve toned down the spice factor to make this Chili Mac and Cheese kid-friendly, but if you want to kick it up a notch, add a bit of cayenne powder. For the kid’s sake, I’ve used Chipotle powder which is way milder than the actual pepper or paste, so don’t be scared of it. If you don’t find it in your supermarket, get it online here. As for paprika, I chose the sweet type to make the Chipotle burst with aroma.

The Toppings

One-Pot Chili Mac and Cheese

As for the toppings, the tortilla chips are fantastic. The kids can scoop up their Chili Mac and cheese with it, make sandwiches or crumble the chips over the dish for some crunch! The cheese depends on your taste. Of course, gouda or soft cheddar is great for kids, but maybe the grown-ups would prefer a more robust cheese like aged cheddar or gruyere—an enjoyable dish for the whole family. For heat lovers, add a lovely hot pepper sauce of your choice to the table!

One-Pot Chili Mac and Cheese

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One-Pot Chili Mac and Cheese

Easy Chili Mac without Beans

Easy Chili Mac without Beans is a simple one pot dish. A mash up between two beloved kid recipes: Chili con carne y Mac and cheese served with some crispy tortilla chips.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chili con carne, cream cheese, gratin, mac, Mac and cheese, meat, no beans, pasta
Servings: 5 people
Calories: 650kcal
Author: Marie Breton

Ingredients

  • 750 ml chicken broth
  • 400 g minced beef
  • 250 g macaroni
  • 150 g frozen sweet peas
  • 2 onions
  • 2 carrots
  • 400 ml tomato paste
  • 200 ml evaporated milk
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

The spice mix

  • 2 tbsp Chipotle pepper powder 
  • 1 tbsp cumin powder
  • 1 tsp paprika powder
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

  • In a big pan, over medium high heat, cook the onions in olive oil until soft, 3-4 min.
  • Add the meat, garlic and spices, mix and stir well until cooked.
  • Add the broth, tomato pulp and pasta and let it simmer until the macaroni is cooked, around 8-10 minutes.
  • Stop the heat, add the evaporated milk, and stir well.

Notes

Serve with the toppings (cilantro, tortilla chips, scallions, cheese of your choice) and voila!

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcal | Carbohydrates: 73g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 1431mg | Potassium: 1708mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 6949IU | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 235mg | Iron: 7mg
Nutrition Facts
Easy Chili Mac without Beans
Amount per Serving
Calories
650
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
27
g
42
%
Saturated Fat
 
9
g
56
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
13
g
Cholesterol
 
72
mg
24
%
Sodium
 
1431
mg
62
%
Potassium
 
1708
mg
49
%
Carbohydrates
 
73
g
24
%
Fiber
 
10
g
42
%
Sugar
 
22
g
24
%
Protein
 
31
g
62
%
Vitamin A
 
6949
IU
139
%
Vitamin C
 
38
mg
46
%
Calcium
 
235
mg
24
%
Iron
 
7
mg
39
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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