It has been a cold week in Kansas City! Slow-Cooker chili mac is the perfect cure. We have had quite a few days with temperatures less than 30 degrees. Fall and winter are my least favorite times of the year. I absolutely love everything about summer. YES, even the scorching temperatures. There is just something about walking outside at any time of day in a pair of sandals and shorts that makes me feel soooooo good! The cold weather is here and will likely stay for the coming months. For me cold weather means SOUPS. I crave warm, hearty dishes this time of year. This chili mac recipe is the perfect fix.
Calories: 346 Fat: 8G Net Carbs: 34G Protein: 23G
Weight Watchers Smart Points: 10
I always use slow cooker liners. They prevent stuck on food from forming along the rim and base of the pot. Less work!
I was thrilled with how this dish turned out! I added one cup of beef broth because I love using broths for slow cooker recipes. Often, the contents (the meat especially) turn out dry without the addition of a liquid ingredient.
I added chopped parsley and non-fat, plain Greek yogurt as toppings. You can also use reduced-fat sour cream. I love to use plain Greek yogurt because it adds additional protein and is very similar in taste.
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Slow Cooker Chili Mac
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 1 can Rotel Chili Fixins
- 1 15 oz can stewed tomatoes
- 2 15 oz cans chili beans I used 1 medium and 1 mild as I prefer somewhat spicy
- 1 cup onion chopped
- 3-4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup reduced fat 2% shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon red pepper omit if you do not prefer spicy
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot over high heat. Cook the macaroni according to package directions.
- While the macaroni cooks, heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground beef and half of the servings of onions and garlic.
- Season the ground beef with salt and pepper. Break the beef into smaller chunks.
- Cook until the beef is no longer pink.
- Add all of the ingredients to a slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 2 to 2.5 hours.
- About 10-15 minutes prior to serving, add the cheese to the cooker and stir.
- Serve!
Notes
Topping Ideas: non-fat, plain Greek yogurt, reduced-fat sour cream, jalapenos, guacamole
Lauren
Drooling! This looks so good!
Jeni @ Biscuits & Booze
This reminds me of meals I had as a kid and I wish I had a big bowl of it right now 🙂
Veggie Inspired
Chili mac is one of my favorite things. The whole family loves it. Even better when it’s in the crockpot like this. Score for easy meals!!
Allison
Pure comfort food! I love that it’s made in the slow cooker!
Vicky @ Avocado Pesto
I’m a big fan of soups and fall! Winter not so much, but the scorching summer heat really exhausts me so I’m all about the slightly cooler fall days when soups and stews are much needed! This looks delicious!
Diana
Real comfort food! I need to get out my slow cooker and make some Mac n cheese!
Tina Dawson | Love is in my tummy
I’m always on the lookout for unconventional mac n cheese recipes… this looks like a perfect next thing to try!
Ginny
Such a b=great idea mixing chili and mac and cheese and making a new dinner. It really sounds good!
Kaitie
My kids would love this and it’s perfect on a busy weeknight!
Ashley
This looks delicious! Mac and Cheese and Chili, yummy! This is the perfect Fall recipe for sure and something I think my whole family will love.
Ashley S
I love love love making chili in the fall and winter. I remember growing up my mom always made us chili mac. Loved it! I’ll definitely have to make this one weekend. Thanks for sharing 🙂
Rebecca Bryant
YUM!! I’ll be over for a bowl full of this deliciousness. It looks so good. I like it was made in a slow cooker.
Milena
Yes, I love slow cooker liners too! I love chili and Macaroni. This is a great combo!
Carrie Chance
This looks so good. And my oven just broke last night so I’ve been looking for slow cooker recipes to get me through until the part arrives
Dawn Nieves
Ultimate comfort food right here. This looks amazing. Perfect for these cool fall days!
Dawn nieves
This looks amazing! Perfect comfort food on a Fall day!
Emily
Oh yum! I have never had chili mac and cheese but it is something I want to try for sure! I like finding new slow cooker recipes, those meals really save us in the evenings when we have a lot going on. Thanks for the idea!
Lois Alter Mark
This seems like a perfect dish for a cool fall day. Nothing better than comfort food – and mac and cheese definitely tops the list!
Anna
It looks so delicious ! Thanks
Jessica Bradshaw
What?!?! I have never heard of chili mac and cheese. This looks so good!!
Jen Temcio
Oh man! My son’s love mac and cheese so this recipe is going to be a huge hit in our house. I love that there are veggies and protein in there as well. Thank god for slow cooker meals.
Joline
This looks amazing! It’s definitely in my top 5 comfort foods ever. And thanks for the tip on slow cooker liners!
Thena
Holy moly, this looks beyond amazing. Love the pics and the step by step recipe!
Debbie Savage
This slow cooker chili mac looks so delicious! I have never made a chili like this before! I definitely want to try this for our church’s chili cook off next month!
Glenda
Wow, I’m loving how delicious this meal looks. My family loves beans and mac and cheese.
Vy Nguyen
I love everything that is related to cheese. Thanks for the recipe. The photos of mac and cheese make me hungry. Anw, thanks a lot