Cheesy Taco Pasta: The Best Comfort Meal with Turkey Bacon Twist
Delicious and comforting cheesy taco pasta made with turkey bacon, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- Add ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned.
- Stir in taco seasoning, tomatoes, and cooked macaroni.
- Mix in sour cream and cheese until melted and well combined.
- Top with crumbled bacon and green onions before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add jalapeños or your favorite hot sauce.
- This dish can easily be made vegetarian by omitting the turkey and bacon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Cheesy Taco Pasta, Comfort Food, Turkey Bacon, Pasta Recipes