Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsOur Mom's Restaurant & BarChili Mac Fries Recipe

Chili Mac Fries Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Seasoned fries topped with our homemade chili and homemade mac and cheese then smothered in cheddar and monterey jack cheese. Served with our homemade ranch.

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Ingredients

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Fries, Chili, Mac and Cheese, and Ranch

Method

Preparation and Assembly

  1. 1

    Prepare the Fries

    Bake or deep fry the frozen French fries according to package instructions until crispy. Keep warm.

  2. 2

    Make the Chili

    In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat. Add chili beans, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir and let simmer for about 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Make the Mac and Cheese

    In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour to create a roux. Gradually whisk in the milk and bring to a simmer until thickened. Stir in the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese until melted. Add cooked macaroni and mix well.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Chili Mac Fries

    On a serving plate, layer the crispy fries, followed by a generous amount of chili. Top with the mac and cheese mixture. Sprinkle additional cheese on top and melt under a broiler for a few minutes if desired.

  5. 5

    Serve with Ranch

    Drizzle ranch dressing over the top or serve on the side for dipping.

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