Slow Cooker Chili Mac Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lb ground beef (or turkey)
• salt
• black pepper
• 3 15-ounce can pinto beans (rinsed and drained)
• 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
• 2 cup chicken stock
• 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce
• 1 4-ounce can green chiles (chopped)
• 1/4 cup chile powder or ground chile
• 1 tbsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 12 oz elbow macaroni
• 4 oz cheddar cheese (shredded) ( for serving (1 cup))
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped) ( for serving)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large skillet over medium high heat, brown the ground beef. Season to taste with salt and pepper and transfer the meat to the crock of the slow cooker.

2. 2

   Add the beans, tomatoes, chicken broth, tomato sauce, green chiles, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, and cumin. Stir well to combine. Cook on HIGH for 4 hours, or on LOW for 6 to 8 hours.

3. 3

   At some point before serving, cook the macaroni to al dente, according to package directions. Rinse and drain. Chill if making several hours in advance.

4. 4

   At serving time, stir in the macaroni and serve with shredded cheese and chopped cilantro.