Description
Chili Mac Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that combines the rich flavors of beef, tender pasta, and melted cheese into a single, satisfying dish. This hearty casserole comes together quickly, making it perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With its delicious blend of ingredients, it’s sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike. Serve it as a main course or alongside a fresh salad for a complete meal. Plus, leftovers are just as delightful, making this recipe a convenient choice for meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Ground Beef
- 1 medium Onion (diced)
- 14.5 oz Diced Tomatoes (canned, undrained)
- 16 oz Elbow Macaroni
- 2 cups Cheddar Cheese (shredded, divided)
- 2 Tbsp Taco Seasoning
- 1/2 cup Water
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni in boiling water until al dente; drain.
- In a large skillet, brown ground beef with diced onion until no longer pink; drain fat.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, taco seasoning, and water; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Mix cooked macaroni with the meat mixture until well combined.
- Layer half of the mixture in a greased 13×9 baking dish; sprinkle with one cup of cheese.
- Top with remaining meat mixture and bake covered at 350°F for 30 minutes. Remove foil, add remaining cheese, and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg