Description
This Crock Pot Cheddar Chili Mac recipe combines the flavors of hearty chili with creamy cheddar cheese and tender macaroni, all cooked to perfection in a slow cooker.
Ingredients
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For the Chili:
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 can (15 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
For Serving:
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant (3-4 minutes).
- Cook the Meat: Add the ground beef or turkey to the skillet and cook until browned (5-7 minutes); drain excess fat.
- Layer Ingredients in the Crock Pot: In the slow cooker, layer cooked meat, elbow macaroni, diced tomatoes, kidney beans, bell peppers, chicken broth, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours until pasta is tender.
- Add Cheese and Cream: About 15 minutes before serving, stir in grated cheddar cheese until melted; mix in sour cream for extra creaminess.
- Serve: Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours on low or 2 hours on high
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Crock Pot Cheddar Chili Mac, Chili Mac Recipe, Slow Cooker Chili Mac
