Budget-Friendly 30-Minute Chili Macaroni Recipe

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This yummy one-pot chili macaroni is the perfect dish for a busy weeknight mealtime, it’s very easy and quick to make, and it is ready in just a few simple steps. What’s even better is that it’s budget-friendly and shareable with the whole family.

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You can modify the ingredients to your liking by adjusting the seasoning and heat level, or you can add more cheese or other toppings that you want. Learn how to make this recipe now with this video tutorial by Smokin’ & Grillin with AB on YouTube.

Ingredients for Chili Macaroni:

  • 1 pound of ground beef
  • 1 cup of onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1½ tbsp of chili powder
  • 2 tsp of ground cumin
  • 1 tsp of salt
  • ½ tsp of ground black pepper
  • (8 ounces) cans of tomato sauce
  • (15 ounces) cans of black or pinto beans, drained
  • (14.5 ounces) can of petite diced tomatoes, undrained
  • (32 ounces) pack of chicken broth
  • 3 cups of small macaroni
  • 1 cup of shredded Mexican blend cheese, plus more for garnish

How to Make Chili Macaroni:

Easy Chili Macaroni Recipe
Image credit: Smokin’ & Grillin with AB via YouTube

Step 1

Place a large Dutch oven or pot on a stove over medium-high heat, then drizzle some olive oil, and add in the ground beef, onion, and minced garlic.

Step 2

Break the meat apart, then cook it until nice and brown, and then add in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.

Step 3

Give them a good mix, then cook them for 30 more seconds, add the tomato sauce diced tomatoes, drained beans, and chicken broth.

Step 4

Bring it to a simmer, then add the macaroni, and continue to cook for about 1o minutes or until al dente while stirring consistently.

Step 5

Remove the pot from the heat, then add the shredded cheese, and stir until melted and combined. Serve and enjoy!

Easy Classic Chili Macaroni
Image credit: Smokin’ & Grillin with AB via YouTube

Budget-Friendly 30-Minute Chili Macaroni Recipe

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Budget-Friendly 30-Minute Chili Macaroni Recipe

Budget-Friendly 30-Minute Chili Macaroni Recipe

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