Homemade Hamburger Helper with Turkey Bacon: A Juicy Twist
Indulge in a delicious homemade version of Hamburger Helper featuring turkey bacon for a flavorful twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and chop.
- Add ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned.
- Stir in the macaroni, beef broth, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 10-12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Stir in cheese and chopped turkey bacon until melted.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef or chicken for the turkey.
- Add vegetables for more nutrition, such as peas or bell peppers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 43 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams
Keywords: Homemade Hamburger Helper, Turkey Bacon, Quick Dinner, Comfort Food