easy chili mac

Hearty chili mac made with ground beef, onions, tomatoes, kidney beans, and two types of melted CHEESE! EASY, ready in 20 minutes, and a cheesy comfort food family favorite that&#x27;s perfect for busy weeknights! Stovetop directions provided if you don&#x27;t have an Instant Pot. 

Instant Pot Chili Mac and Cheese

olive oil

garlic, finely minced

beef (such

beef broth

tomatoes

elbow macaroni

kidney beans (light

chili powder*

cumin

oregano

salt,

black pepper,

cheddar cheese

Velveeta (if desired, omit and use 2 cups of shredded cheddar instead)

parsley

To a 6-quart Instant Pot (**See Notes for...

To a 6-quart Instant Pot (**See Notes for Stovetop Directions) add the olive oil, onion, and saute for 3 to 4 minutes, or until onion is becoming translucent; stir frequently.

Add the garlic and saute for 1 more...

Add the garlic and saute for 1 more minute; stir constantly.

Add the ground beef and cook for about...

Add the ground beef and cook for about 5 minutes, or until no longer pink. Stir and crumble beef as it cooks to ensure even cooking.

Add the beef broth, diced tomatoes or Rotel,...

Add the beef broth, diced tomatoes or Rotel, elbow macaroni, kidney beans, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, secure the lid and seal it, turn onto high pressure, and set the timer for 5 minutes. Note - It will take a bit of time to build up the pressure and this is fine because it helps the noodles soften and cook through until tender.

After 5 minutes, do a quick release. Tips...

After 5 minutes, do a quick release. Tips - Take caution to cover your hands with a hot mitt and keep your face away from where the steam will vent. For those new to Instant Pot cooking, read your owners manual or watch videos on the internet how to do a quick release if you're unsure.

Add the cheeses and stir until melted and...

Add the cheeses and stir until melted and combined.

Optionally garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro and...

Optionally garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro and serve immediately. Extra chili mac and cheese will keep airtight in the fridge for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 4 months. Reheat leftovers gently in the microwave.

Two classic comfort foods, macaroni and cheese and chili, come together to create this family favorite Chili Mac! This extra easy and flavor packed recipe is kid approved, only uses 6 ingredients, and is ready in under 20 minutes!

Chili Mac

(24 oz family size Mac and cheese)

lb lean ground meat*

onion

10 oz can diced Rotel (do not drain)

chili beans

chili chili

Boil pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

While the pasta is boiling, brown the ground meat in a medium to large skillet, for 5 minutes. Add onion to ground meat continue cooking until meat is no longer pink and thoroughly cooked.

Make sure to separate meat while it’s cooking so that it is in small pieces. I use a potato masher to easily break apart meat. Drain any excess grease from pan, if needed.

Add the cooked pasta, rotel, chili beans and chili seasoning and stir well to combine.

Cook for 3 more minutes and then add the cheese from Mac &amp; cheese box and stir well.

Serve immediately.

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