Chili Mac and Cheese

Chili Mac and Cheese recipe– a quick, easy to make, delicious and comforting vegetarian dish. Perfect for lunch or dinner that the whole family can enjoy. You can now enjoy your two favorite meals combined in a one pot meal.

Super easy and Delicious Chili Mac and Cheese Recipe

What makes this Chili mac and cheese recipe so amazing? You get two of your most favorite comfort foods combined in one. It is very easy to put together, very filling and delicious. This meal is so comforting everyone in the family will love it. It is one of our favorite meals. I decided to skip adding any ground beef to this chili mac recipe to keep it vegetarian-friendly but you can certainly go ahead and add that on for some added protein. We love it just like this.

What toppings go with Chili?

There are so many different toppings that will go well with chili or chili mac and cheese. Among those options would be, grated cheddar cheese, yogurt or sour cream, freshly chopped coriander, sliced green onions, sliced avocado, sliced jalapenos, diced tomatoes, red onions, and fresh cilantro.

What cheese goes with chili best?

Shredded Cheddar Cheese is the most popular and best cheese to serve over chili. Whether you use mild, moderate or sharp would be a personal preference. If you prefer not to use cheddar cheese you can also use Monterey or pepper jack cheese.

What can I add to mac and cheese?

If you are here just to find out what you can add to a simple mac and cheese recipe, then there are a few options for you. Try crumbled bacon bits, grated parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, shredded cheese, hot sauce, steamed broccoli, grilled chicken, smoked salmon or ham. If you are making this Chili Mac and Cheese recipe, I’ve listed some topping options in the recipe below.

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• Salmon Tacos With Corn Salsa
• Chicken Pasta Puttanesca
• Easy Chicken Cacciatore
• Sausage and White Bean Soup
• Easy Chicken Chili

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Chili Mac and Cheese

Two comforting meals combined to make a perfectly delicious lunch or dinner

5 from 5 votes

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

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Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 307kcal

Author: Rena

Ingredients

• ▢ 7 oz Dried Pasta (I used gluten-free corn macaroni) or whole wheat
• ▢ 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
• ▢ 1 Sweet Onion diced
• ▢ 1 Red Bell Pepper chopped
• ▢ 3 Cups Chopped Button Mushrooms
• ▢ 1 15 oz Can Black Beans rinsed and drained
• ▢ 1 15 OZ Can Red Kidney Beans rinsed and drained
• ▢ 1 Cup Frozen Corn
• ▢ 1 15 oz Can Tomato Paste
• ▢ 1 8 oz Can Diced Tomatoes
• ▢ 1 Tsp Smoked Paprika
• ▢ ½ Tsp Chili Powder
• ▢ 1 Tsp Ground Cumin
• ▢ 1 ½ Tsp Dried Oregano
• ▢ 2 Cups Broth of choice
• ▢ Sea salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Toppings:

• ▢ grated cheddar cheese, yogurt or sour cream, Freshly chopped coriander, sliced green onions, sliced avocado etc.

Instructions

• Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions, garlic, peppers, and mushrooms. Sauté until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
• Stir in beans, diced tomatoes, corn and spices and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
• Add the pasta, tomato paste, and broth and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer, stirring frequently, for about 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked.
• Pour into bowls and top with your favorite toppings. Enjoy!

Notes

Nutritional facts:

Please keep in mind that the nutritional information is calculated using a nutrition facts calculator. It is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on products used.

Nutrition

Calories: 307kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 498mg | Potassium: 638mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1530IU | Vitamin C: 46.4mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 3.4mg

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