Chili Macaroni Casserole

Get ready to enjoy the ultimate comfort food with this hearty Chili Macaroni Casserole! This family-friendly recipe combines tender elbow macaroni, savory ground beef, and a rich, spiced chili base made with diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and aromatic seasonings like chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Topped with a generous layer of melted cheddar cheese and garnished with fresh green onions, this baked casserole is the perfect blend of creamy, cheesy, and slightly smoky flavors. Ready in under an hour with just 15 minutes of prep time, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for weeknight dinners or potlucks. Serve it warm for a satisfying, one-dish meal that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Elbow macaroni
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 can Canned diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
• 1 can Canned tomato sauce (8 oz)
• 1 can Canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 Green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions, drain, and set aside.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 4

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.

Step 5

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 6

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Combine the cooked macaroni with the chili mixture and stir until evenly coated.

Step 8

Pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch casserole dish and smooth the top.

Step 9

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 12

Garnish with sliced green onions and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1513.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3305.8

Total Fat 172.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 561.1mg	0%
Sodium 4923.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 258.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.0g	0%
Total Sugars 16.0g
Protein 187.1g	0%

Vitamin D 48.0IU	0%
Calcium 1878.8mg	0%
Iron 28.4mg	0%
Potassium 3055.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.6%

Protein: 22.4%

Carbs: 31.0%