Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili Mac

This Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili Mac Recipe is made all in the crockpot !
Make chili in the slow cooker, stir in some macaroni noodles and cheese and you have yourself some easy and delicious chili mac!

Chili is a fall favorite recipe that I always find myself craving as soon as that first few morning chills hit.

This recipe takes traditional chili to the next level but adding macaroni noodles and cheddar cheese to make the classic favorite chili mac!

You can use any macaroni noodles in this recipe, but I have only tested normal white noodles. If you use gluten free or whole wheat, keep in mind that it could change the cook time. Just keep a close eye to avoid overcooking.

Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili Mac Recipe   
This Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili Mac Recipe is made all in the crockpot (even the noodles!). A super easy vegetarian crockpot recipe to feed a crowd.



Ingredients :

• 10 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 15 oz kidney beans, drained
• 15 oz chili beans (do not drain)
• 15 oz sliced stewed tomatoes (do not drain)
• 4 tablespoons tomato paste
• 15 oz diced fire roasted tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
• 1 lb elbow macaroni noodles, uncooked
• 3 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• fresh chopped parsley, for serving

Instructions : 

1. Add garlic and onion to a skillet with 1 teaspoon of olive oil
2. Saute 10-15 minutes, or until onion is translucent
3. Add garlic and onion, kidney beans, chili beans, stewed tomatoes, tomato paste, fire roasted tomatoes, vegetable broth, chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, and cayenne to a 6 quart slow cooker
4. Cook on high for 2 - 2.5 hours, until bubbly and onions are no longer crunchy
5. Add in uncooked macaroni noodles and cook an additional 20-40 minutes, or until noodles are al dente (check and stir frequently)
6. Once noodles are desired texture, stir in cheddar cheese
7. Serve garnished with chopped parsley and additional cheddar cheese, if desired

Recipe Adapted : SLOW COOKER VEGETARIAN CHILI MAC @ buildyourbite