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Easy Instant Pot Chili Mac And Cheese. Perfectly combine two of your favorite comfort foods in ONE POT to create the ultimate cheesy ONE POT MEAL. It is a hearty, quick, delicious, and comforting recipe for chili mac and cheese lovers.
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Easy Instant Pot Chili Mac And Cheese

Easy Instant Pot Chili Mac And Cheese. Perfectly combine two of your favorite comfort foods in ONE POT to create the ultimate cheesy ONE POT MEAL. It is a hearty, quick, delicious, and comforting recipe for chili mac and cheese lovers. 
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 6 People
Calories 675kcal
Author Savory Thoughts

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon garlic chopped
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 Oz
  • 1 box elbow macaroni 16 Oz
  • 2 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley
  • 1 can chili beans 15.5 Oz
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 3 cups cheddar cheese
  • 2 ½ cups beef broth low sodium

Instructions

  • On the instant pot, press Sautee (set for 10 minutes). Add the ground beef, and once the meat starts to sizzle, start to break down the beef so it can cook evenly.
  • Lightly brown the meat (about 3 minutes). Add salt and pepper, garlic and cumin. Stir.
    Add tomatoes, beans, chili powder, and parsley. Stir.
  • Add 1 box elbow macaroni and beef broth. Stir.
  • Put the lid on. Turn the valve to sealing. Pressure cook on high for 5 minutes. Once done, quick release (keep the "warm" button on) and add cheese 1 cup at a time. Add more cheese if you need too. Serve warm and garnish with finely chopped parsley. Enjoy!

Notes

For Chili Cheesy Mac And Cheese Instant Pot / Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I make this recipe in the oven? Yes, you can. Cook the pasta in accordance with directions on the box. Drain and set aside. Brown the meat in a large skillet. Add all of the ingredients. Then add the pasta and cheese. Mix well. Transfer to a baking dish, top with more cheddar cheese, and bake in the oven on 350 degrees for about 30 minutes. 
Do You Need To Add Beans? No, you do not need to add beans. This dish is tasty without the beans as well. 
Can You Add Velveeta cheese to make Instant Pot Make Chili Mac and Cheese Casserole? Yes, you can add Velveeta cheese. However, I prefer cheddar cheese. 

Nutrition

Serving: 6People | Calories: 675kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 128mg | Sodium: 1334mg | Potassium: 454mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1950IU | Vitamin C: 9.9mg | Calcium: 500mg | Iron: 5.2mg