One Pot Vegan Chili Mac
One Pot Vegan Chili Mac combines tender elbow macaroni with kidney beans, black beans, and vegetables in a rich tomato broth spiced with chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika.
4
servings10
minutes30
minutes350
kcal40
minutesIngredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup bell pepper, chopped
2 cups vegetable broth
14.5 ounce canned tomatoes, diced
15 ounce canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
15 ounce canned black beans, drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
8 ounces elbow macaroni
to taste salt and pepper
Directions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and chopped bell pepper to the pot. Stir and cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and black beans. Stir in the chili powder, smoked paprika, and cumin.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and maintain a simmer.
- Add the elbow macaroni to the pot and stir. Cover and let it cook for about 10 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, stirring occasionally, and ensure everything is well combined before serving.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 350kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
This One Pot Vegan Chili Mac proves that comfort food can be both plant-based and incredibly satisfying, bringing together two beloved classics—chili and mac and cheese—in one easy, flavorful dish. Tender elbow macaroni cooks right in the pot with protein-rich kidney and black beans, absorbing all the savory flavors from the tomato broth and warm spices like cumin, chili powder, and smoky paprika. The result is a hearty, warming meal that requires just one pot for cooking and cleanup, making it perfect for busy weeknights when you want something wholesome and delicious.
