The Cheesiest Million Dollar Cowboy Casserole with Turkey Bacon
This casserole is a delightful combination of flavors, featuring turkey bacon for a twist on the classic recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 8 slices turkey bacon
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy. Remove from skillet, crumble, and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add ground turkey and cook until browned. Add garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked macaroni, turkey mixture, crumbled turkey bacon, and cheese.
- Pour mixture into a baking dish and add milk; stir to combine.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add chopped onions or bell peppers to the turkey mixture.