Bbq Bacon Cheeseburger Macaroni
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food mashup with this BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Macaroni recipe! Combining the smoky sweetness of barbecue sauce, crispy bacon, and creamy cheddar cheese, this hearty dish is everything you love about a classic bacon cheeseburger in pasta form. Perfectly cooked elbow macaroni is tossed with savory ground beef, sautéed onions, and garlic, then simmered in a rich, tangy sauce featuring cream cheese for extra velvety goodness. Crumbled bacon adds a delightful crunch, while a sprinkle of parsley brings a pop of freshness. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-skillet meal is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Whether you're feeding a hungry family or meal-prepping comfort food cravings, this decadent BBQ bacon cheeseburger macaroni is sure to satisfy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Elbow macaroni pasta
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 6 slices Bacon
- 1 medium, diced Yellow onion
- 2 minced Garlic cloves
- 1 cup Barbecue sauce
- 0.25 cup Ketchup
- 1 cup Beef broth
- 2 cups, shredded Cheddar cheese
- 4 oz, softened Cream cheese
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
Cook the macaroni pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the bacon slices until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Once cooled, crumble into small pieces and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the vegetable oil (if needed) and sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the ground beef to the skillet with the onions and garlic. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess grease if necessary.
Stir in the salt, pepper, and paprika. Then, add the barbecue sauce, ketchup, and beef broth, stirring to combine. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cream cheese until melted and fully incorporated.
Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese, one handful at a time, stirring until smooth and creamy.
Add the cooked macaroni pasta and crumbled bacon to the skillet. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy your BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Macaroni!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
769 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.1 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.3 g | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 1429 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.3 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.6 g | ||
| Protein | 34.1 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 337 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 484 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
