What's better than a one pot meal? how about a one pot meal that is ready is about 30 minutes? i know, right this chili mac and cheese recipe is the meal to make when you are pressed for time and want to serve your family something yummy and filling. as a bonus, at the end of the meal, you'll only have one pot to clean up. better yet, ask someone else to clean it. you already put dinner on the table. be sure to also try this chili macaroni casserole. why this easy one pot chili mac and cheese.