Mac and Cheese Made Indulgent with Turkey Bacon and Chicken Ham
Indulge in a creamy Mac and Cheese enhanced with savory turkey bacon and chicken ham, perfect for comfort food lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 4 ounces chicken ham, diced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy. Remove from skillet and crumble.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat, then stir in flour to create a roux.
- Slowly whisk in milk, stirring constantly until thickened.
- Add cheese, salt, pepper, and paprika, stirring until cheese melts.
- Combine cooked macaroni, chicken ham, and cheese sauce; stir well.
- Garnish with crumbled turkey bacon and serve immediately.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider topping with breadcrumbs before baking.
- Substitute different types of cheese for a unique twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 900 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 60 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams
Keywords: Mac and Cheese, Turkey Bacon, Chicken Ham, Comfort Food