Creamy Chicken Mac and Cheese with Turkey Bacon: Pure Comfort Food
Creamy Chicken Mac and Cheese with Turkey Bacon is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken and crispy turkey bacon in a rich cheese sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and chopped
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk and continue to stir until thickened.
- Add cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until cheese is melted.
- Add cooked macaroni, chicken, and turkey bacon to the cheese sauce. Mix until well combined.
- Serve hot and enjoy your creamy chicken mac and cheese!
Notes
- For a spicier version, add some cayenne pepper or jalapeños.
- Pair with a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Creamy Chicken Mac and Cheese, comfort food, turkey bacon