Chili Mac Casserole: A Cozy, Cheesy Weeknight Favorite
A hearty and family-friendly Chili Mac Casserole combining classic chili flavors with cheesy baked macaroni for the ultimate comfort food.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups water
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Brown ground beef with onion and garlic in a skillet over medium heat.
3. Add kidney beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
4. Mix in uncooked macaroni and water.
5. Transfer mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
6. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
7. Remove foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake for another 15 minutes.
8. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
You can swap cheddar for a cheese blend or pepper jack for extra kick. For added veggies, stir in corn or chopped bell peppers. This casserole also freezes well for future meals.
Find it online: https://cookingwithramsay.com/chili-mac-casserole/