Bbq Bacon Cheeseburger Macaroni Recipe

This quick and easy BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Macaroni recipe will be your new weeknight favorite! Enjoy a cheesy, bacon-y twist on classic macaroni and cheese, elevated with BBQ flavor. Serve alongside steamed broccoli for a complete and satisfying meal. Feel free to substitute macaroni with your favorite pasta shape!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 384.6 kcal
Protein 48g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Bbq Bacon Cheeseburger Macaroni

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Bbq Bacon Cheeseburger Macaroni

  • Ground Beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Elbow Macaroni
  • Velveeta Cheese
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes
  • Oscar Mayer Real Bacon Bits

How to Make Bbq Bacon Cheeseburger Macaroni

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and chopped onion. Cook, breaking up the beef with a spoon, until browned and onions are softened (about 8-10 minutes).
  2. Drain off any excess grease from the skillet.
  3. Stir in BBQ sauce and water. Mix well.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Add elbow macaroni to the skillet.
  6. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until macaroni is tender, stirring occasionally.
  7. Stir in cubed Velveeta cheese until completely melted and smooth.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Top with chopped tomatoes and crumbled bacon before serving.
  10. Serve immediately alongside steamed broccoli for a delicious and balanced meal.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

45g

Carbs

8g