One Pot Broccoli Cheddar Pasta: Easy Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon
Learn how to make a creamy and delicious One Pot Broccoli Cheddar Pasta with the added flavor of turkey bacon. This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces whole wheat pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the chopped turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy.
- Add pasta, broccoli, chicken broth, and milk to the pot.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until pasta is cooked and liquid is mostly absorbed.
- Stir in the cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted and creamy.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, you can omit the turkey bacon.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or peas.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg