Are you craving a warm and comforting meal that combines the flavors of hearty chili and gooey macaroni? Look no further than this ultimate guide to creating the perfect stovetop chili mac. This classic dish is a fusion of two beloved comfort foods, offering a delightful combination of textures and tastes. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can whip up a satisfying meal in no time. Whether you prefer a classic version or a customized one with your favorite toppings, this article will provide you with everything you need to know to make an unforgettable stovetop chili mac that will satisfy your cravings and warm you from the inside out.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ONE POT CHILI MAC & CHEESE
You can make this with or without beans. If you really like beans, you can double the amount of beans. Adjust the amount of cheese to your preference.
Provided by Diane
Categories Main Course
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Season well with salt. Add pasta and cook until al dente, usually about 8-12 minutes or according to package directions. Drain and set pasta aside.
- Return pot to stove on medium-high heat. Add olive oil, then add ground beef. Break up beef into small chunks and cook until browned. Add onion and garlic. Cook onions and garlic until fragrant and soft.
- Add tomato sauce, beans, chili powder, cumin and oregano. Bring to a simmer, give it a good even stir and lower heat to continue simmering. Cook for about 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir the cooked pasta and cheese into the chili. Cook for another minute or so until the pasta is warmed through and cheese is melted. Serve with your favorite toppings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 855 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CHILI MAC
This stovetop Chili Mac recipe is a comforting dinner recipe, perfect for cold nights!
Provided by Amanda
Categories Main Course
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Add olive oil, onion, and ground beef to saucepan over high heat. Cook until browned. Reduce heat to low and stir in half the salt and chili powder.
- Add remaining chili ingredients. Let cook over low for a minimum of 1 hour, up to 4 hours, stirring frequently. Taste and add more seasoning as desired.
- When chili is almost finished cooking, start boiling water for the pasta. Cook pasta according to package instructions.
- To serve, scoop place a serving of pasta in a bowl and top with a serving of chili, then shredded cheese and any other optional toppings.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 bowl, Calories 515 kcal, Carbohydrate 64 g, Protein 34 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 1851 mg, Fiber 13 g, Sugar 10 g
STOVETOP CHILI MAC CASSEROLE
A quick and easy meal your whole family will love that's under 300 calories per serving, low in fat, and high in protein!
Provided by Our Best Bites
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat a 12″ skillet that has a lid over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook, stirring frequently, until about halfway cooked. Add onions, garlic, and pepper as well as the seasonings and cook until the meat is cooked through and the onions are tender.
- Add the V8 juice, tomato sauce, and water and bring to a boil. Add the pasta and stir to combine and then cover, reduce heat, and cook for 15-ish minutes or until the pasta is al dente. Add the beans and heat through. Remove from heat, sprinkle with cheese, and replace the lid for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Sprinkle with onions and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 8
STOVETOP CHILI MAC
This one-pot wonder features hearty fall flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Beef Recipes Ground Beef Recipes
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and return to pot. Meanwhile, in a large skillet heat oil over medium. Add garlic and onion and cook until onion is translucent, 3 minutes.
- Increase heat to medium-high, add beef, and cook, breaking up meat with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Add cumin and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Add corn and zucchini and cook until zucchini is crisp-tender, 2 minutes. Add tomatoes and juice, bring to a simmer, and cook until mixture is heated through, about 3 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide pasta among four bowls, top with meat sauce, and sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 755 g, Fat 25 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 51 g, SaturatedFat 10 g
CHILI MAC RECIPE
Steps:
- Enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 76 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 852 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 22 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
CHILI MAC SKILLET
Speedy stovetop preparation makes this flavorful zippy main dish a winner at my table.-Tracy Golder, Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. , Stir in the tomatoes, beans, corn, chili powder, salt and cumin. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until heated through. , Drain the macaroni and add to skillet; stir to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 402mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
CHILI MAC
Add a little spice to this comfort food favorite, by sprinkling on Sargento Shredded Reduced Fat 4 Cheese Mexican Cheese. Ole!
Provided by Sargento
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Sargento
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook ground beef, onion and green pepper in large skillet over medium heat 5 minutes or until beef is no longer pink; pour off drippings. Add tomatoes, water and taco seasoning; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Toss pasta with meat mixture. Spoon 3 cups of mixture into an 11x7-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with 1 cup cheese; top with remaining meat mixture. Cover with foil; bake in preheated 375 degrees F oven 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Return to oven 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 429.5 calories, Carbohydrate 37.2 g, Cholesterol 82.5 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 32.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 893.9 mg, Sugar 5.7 g
"CLASSIC" CHILI MAC -- STOVE TOP OR SLOW CROCK POT RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by mikeimmell
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- STOVE TOP DIRECTIONS: Cook macaroni according to directions. While the macaroni is cooking, cook the ground beef and diced onion together until beef is brown and onion is tender. Drain off fat. (If you used 93/7 or leaner ground beef, you will not have to do this.) Add the diced tomatoes and mix. Stir in tomato puree. Add spices, garlic, onion powder, salt and pepper, adjusting to your taste. Add chiles. Allow to simmer slowly, or remove from heat entirely until the macaroni is done (average about 13 minutes for macaroni to cook al dente). Drain the macaroni. If you allowed the chili mixture to simmer while the macaroni was cooking, be sure to rinse the macaroni well before adding it in, otherwise the macaroni will drink up all the liquid and the chili mac will be too dry. Mix the macaroni in gently until completely covered with the chili mixture and enjoy! CROCK POT DIRECTIONS: Cook macaroni according to directions. Drain and put in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until you get home. While the macaroni is cooking, cook the ground beef until its fully cooked and then add the diced onion and cook until it starts to turn translucent. You don't have to fully cook the onion because it will continue cooking in the crock pot. Drain off fat. Generously spray your crock pot with cooking spray. Now add all of the remaining ingredients to your crock pot, **everything except the cooked macaroni. Cook on Low setting for 4 hours. After you get home, simply take the macaroni from the fridge, sprinkle with a little bit of water and heat for a minute or 2 in your microwave and then add the cooked macaroni to the meat mixture in your crock pot. Gently stir through the meat mixture and heat for a few minutes before serving. :) Enjoy !! Serve with the optional garnishes listed above ....
STOVETOP TURKEY CHILI MAC AND CHEESE
Steps:
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta until al dente. Using a heatproof measuring cup, scoop out 1 cup of the pasta water. Drain the pasta in a colander. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pasta and toss to coat.
- Wipe out the pot and heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in it. Add the poblanos, onion, and a generous pinch of salt. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the ground turkey and cook, stirring, until the meat is just cooked through and any liquid has evaporated, about 8 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the panko and cook over medium-high heat, stirring, until golden, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon zest and parsley. Season the breadcrumbs with salt and pepper.
- Add the flour to the pot and cook, stirring, until the turkey mixture is well coated, about 1 minute. Stir in the tomatoes, chipotles, and 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water. Simmer until the mixture is thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the pasta, cheese, and cream, if using; add more pasta water if needed. Fold in the arugula until just wilted; season the chili mac with salt and pepper. Serve the chili mac in bowls, topped with shredded cheddar cheese and the breadcrumbs.
SUNNY'S TEX-MEX CHILI MAC SKILLET
Provided by Sunny Anderson
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven or a grill to 375 degrees F.
- Add the olive oil, chili powder and cumin to a large cast-iron pan over medium heat. Toast and stir until the spices are fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add the beef, salt and a few grinds of black pepper and cook, breaking the beef into bits while browning, until fully cooked, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the marinara sauce and stir to coat. Add the pasta straight from the bag and stir.
- Level the contents of the pan and top with the cheese, then arrange the jalapeno slices around the pan on top. Bake or grill with the lid closed until the cheese melts and is golden on the edges, 10 to 15 minutes. Top with the Greek yogurt and scallions. Serve warm.
SKILLET CHILI MAC WITH GREEN CHILIES
Easy stovetop chili mac recipe with green chilies for a little extra flavor! Very tasty and with green peppers, onions and green chilies a bit extra veggies!
Provided by muffin-maker
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- 1. Brown ground beef and drain extra fat.
- 2. Add chopped onion, chopped green pepper, green chilies, garlic, and seasonings. Saute til onion is translucent, adding a bit of water if needed.
- 3. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, beans, and macaroni; stir. Bring to boil, reduce to simmer and cover. Cook 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4. Serve with grated cheddar cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 698.9, Fat 28.1, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 115.7, Sodium 1393, Carbohydrate 66.2, Fiber 12.7, Sugar 14.1, Protein 46.6
FAMILY FAVORITE CHILI MAC
This one-skillet chili mac is on the table in less than half an hour, and it's loaded with family favorite flavors.
Provided by RAGÚ®
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Ragu®
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook and drain the elbow noodles according to the package directions; set aside.
- Brown the beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain excess grease. Stir in the Ragu® Sauce, chili powder, cumin, tomatoes and corn. Bring to a boil over medium high heat, cover,reduce to low and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked noodles and 1 cup of the cheese until melted and heated through. Sprinkle the rest of the cheese evenly over top, heat on low until melted. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 547.2 calories, Carbohydrate 56.8 g, Cholesterol 79.2 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 30.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 1414.4 mg, Sugar 8.5 g
CHILI MAC
This chili mac has regularly appeared on my family menus for more than 40 years, and it's never failed to please at potlucks and bring-a-dish gatherings. Sometimes I turn it into soup by adding a can of beef broth. -Marie Posavec, Berwyn, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 6h15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 8 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or until heated through. Stir in macaroni. Season with salt and pepper. If desired, top servings with cheese and sliced jalapenos.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 348 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 713mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic exchanges
Tips:
- Use flavorful ground beef: Opt for ground beef with a higher fat content (80/20 or 85/15) for a richer flavor.
- Sauté the vegetables: Sautéing the vegetables in a little olive oil enhances their flavor and adds depth to the chili.
- Use a variety of beans: Different types of beans offer different textures and flavors. Try a combination of kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans.
- Season generously: Chili is a dish that can handle bold flavors. Don't be afraid to add plenty of chili powder, cumin, and other spices.
- Use a good quality broth: The broth you use will have a big impact on the flavor of the chili. Choose a flavorful broth, such as beef broth or chicken broth.
- Simmer for at least 30 minutes: The longer you simmer the chili, the more time the flavors will have to develop. For the best results, aim for at least 30 minutes of simmering time.
- Serve with your favorite toppings: Chili is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of toppings. Some popular options include shredded cheese, sour cream, diced onions, and chopped cilantro.
Conclusion:
Stovetop chili mac is a quick and easy comfort food dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and it can be customized to your liking. Whether you like your chili mac mild or spicy, with or without meat, there is a recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give stovetop chili mac a try.
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