High Protein Mac and Cheese with Turkey Bacon: A Guilt-Free Indulgence
This High Protein Mac and Cheese with Turkey Bacon is a delicious and guilt-free indulgence that satisfies cravings without the extra calories.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
- 8 ounces whole wheat macaroni
- 4 strips turkey bacon
- 2 cups low-fat milk
- 1 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Cook the whole wheat macaroni according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy, then remove and chop into small pieces.
- In the same skillet, add the low-fat milk and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the shredded cheese, Greek yogurt, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined and creamy.
- Add the cooked macaroni and turkey bacon back into the skillet, mixing everything together until evenly coated.
- Serve warm and enjoy your guilt-free indulgence!
Notes
- For added flavor, try mixing in some sautéed vegetables.
- Best served immediately, but leftovers can be stored.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: High Protein Mac and Cheese, Turkey Bacon, Guilt-Free