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Slow-Cooker-Vegetarian-Chili-Mac-Recipe

Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili Mac

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This Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili Mac is a comfort food favorite, blending pinto beans, diced tomatoes, and elbow macaroni for a delightful and hearty dish. It’s flavorful, simple to prepare, and makes for a quick dinner option that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil or butter
  • 1 small white or yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 15-ounce can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon salsa
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup milk or plant-based milk
  • 1 1/2 cups dry elbow macaroni
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon sugar

Instructions

  1. Add the oil, onion, garlic, pinto beans, tomatoes, broth, ketchup, tomato paste, salsa, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, onion powder, and garlic powder to the slow cooker. Stir well to combine.
  2. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 or HIGH for 3 hours.
  3. About 20 minutes before serving, stir in the milk and dry macaroni. Cover and cook until the pasta is tender, stirring once if possible.
  4. Stir in the shredded cheddar, salt, and sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
  5. Serve warm, and enjoy!

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Notes

For a vegan version, use plant-based milk and omit cheese or use a vegan cheese alternative.
Feel free to add your favorite vegetables, such as bell peppers or corn, for added nutrition.
For a spicier chili mac, increase the amount of chili powder or add jalapeños.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 210 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

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