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.
One Pot Vegan Chili Mac
Recipe by Daily Disher
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.
Course: Main
/Cuisine: American
/Difficulty: Medium
Servings
4
Prep time
10 minutes
Cooking time
30 minutes
Calories
350 kcal
40 minutes
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup bell pepper, chopped
2 cups vegetable broth
14 ½ 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
1.
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
2.
Add the minced garlic and chopped bell pepper to the pot. Stir and cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
3.
Pour in the vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and black beans. Stir in the chili powder, smoked paprika, and cumin.
4.
Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and maintain a simmer.
5.
Add the elbow macaroni to the pot and stir. Cover and let it cook for about 10 minutes until pasta is tender.
6.
Season with salt and pepper to taste, stirring occasionally, and ensure everything is well combined before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Total number of serves:
4 servings
Calories:
350kcal
Cholesterol:
0mg
Sodium:
620mg
Potassium:
400mg
Sugar:
8g
Protein:
6g
Calcium:
60mg
Iron:
2mg