KFC Mac and Cheese Made Irresistibly Creamy with Turkey Bacon
Deliciously creamy KFC mac and cheese enhanced with turkey bacon for a delightful twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked turkey bacon, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions; drain.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Stir in flour until smooth and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk and bring to a simmer.
- Add cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Mix in turkey bacon, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Combine cheese sauce with macaroni and serve.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, you can add more cheese or cream.
- Feel free to substitute bacon for another protein if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: KFC Mac and Cheese, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food