BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese: Indulge in a Savory Twist with Turkey Bacon
Indulge in a delightful twist on a classic with this BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese, featuring a savory combination of flavors and a touch of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Comfort Food
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked macaroni with shredded chicken, BBQ sauce, and spices.
- Fold in the cheeses and turkey bacon.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
Notes
- Feel free to add more cheese on top for a cheesier dish.
- For a crunchier topping, broil for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese, BBQ, Chicken, Mac and Cheese, Turkey Bacon