BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese: Indulgent Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon
Indulge in this hearty BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese that combines creamy cheese, tender chicken, and crispy turkey bacon for the ultimate comfort food experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Meat
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions; drain.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, shredded chicken, BBQ sauce, crumbled turkey bacon, cheese, milk, butter, and spices.
- Mix well and transfer to a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For extra richness, add cream cheese to the cheese mixture.
- Can substitute chicken with pulled pork for a different flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 10 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 65 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams
Keywords: BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese, comfort food, turkey bacon