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When the weather turns chilly and the days grow shorter, there's nothing quite like a cozy bowl of chili mac to warm your heart and satisfy your cravings. This Family-Friendly Crockpot Chili Mac recipe is the perfect dish to gather around the table with your loved ones, providing both comfort and flavor with minimal fuss. It’s an all-in-one meal that combines savory ground meat, hearty beans, and tender pasta, all slow-cooked to perfection in your trusty crockpot.

Family-Friendly Crockpot Chili Mac: Comfort in a Bowl All Season

Warm up your evenings with Family-Friendly Crockpot Chili Mac, the ultimate comfort dish for chilly days! This easy slow-cooked recipe combines savory ground meat, hearty beans, and tender pasta, allowing for endless customization to suit every taste. Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, this delicious meal requires minimal prep, giving you more time to enjoy family time. Discover the joy of cozy bowls filled with flavor and heartwarming memories.
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Ingredients
  

1 lb ground beef (or turkey)

1 medium onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 bell pepper, diced (any color)

1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes

1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed

1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

2 cups beef or vegetable broth

2 tbsp chili powder

1 tsp cumin

1 tsp paprika

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

3 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef (or turkey) until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.

    Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

      Transfer the meat and vegetable mixture to the crockpot.

        Stir in the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, beef (or vegetable) broth, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

          Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6 hours, or on high for 3 hours.

            After the cooking time, add the uncooked elbow macaroni to the crockpot, stirring gently. Cover again and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.

              Once the pasta is cooked to your liking, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.

                Serve hot, garnishing with fresh cilantro or parsley if desired. Enjoy your cozy bowl of chili mac!

                  Prep Time: 15 min | Total Time: 6 hr 30 min | Servings: 6