Mac and Cheese Soup: Indulgent Comfort with Turkey Bacon and Chicken Ham
Indulge in a warm bowl of Mac and Cheese Soup, complete with crispy turkey bacon and savory chicken ham for a delightful twist on a classic comfort food.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Meat
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 4 slices turkey bacon, diced
- 1 cup chicken ham, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- In a large pot, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Add olive oil to the pot, then sauté onion and garlic until soft.
- Add chicken ham and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Lower the heat, then stir in cheese and milk until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper, then top with crispy bacon before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add extra veggies for more nutrition.
- Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Mac and Cheese Soup, Comfort Food, Turkey Bacon, Chicken Ham