Crockpot Chili Mac

This Crockpot Chili Mac is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights! Made with seasoned ground beef, beans, tender macaroni, and plenty of melted cheddar cheese, this hearty slow cooker dinner is easy to make and guaranteed to satisfy the whole family.

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Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 15 oz can tomato sauce
• 15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 15 oz can dark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 10 oz can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon ground oregano
• ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 8 oz macaroni pasta, uncooked
• 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Step by Step Instructions

STEP ONE – Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Break apart the ground beef and cook until browned. Drain any excess grease. Transfer beef into the Crockpot.

STEP TWO – Add the onion, garlic, beef broth, tomato sauce, beans, diced tomatoes and green chilies, tomato paste, and seasonings.

STEP THREE – Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours, until onions are tender.

STEP FOUR – During the last 30 minutes, stir in the uncooked macaroni noodles. Continue cooking for 20-25 minutes, until noodles are tender.

STEP FIVE – Add the shredded cheese. Gently stir to combine. Cover and let heat for 5-10 minutes to melt the cheese.

STEP SIX – Top with chopped parsley and serve.