Bacon Cheeseburger Macaroni Skillet

Get ready to elevate weeknight dinners with this irresistible Bacon Cheeseburger Macaroni Skillet—a one-pan wonder that combines the best of comfort food into a hearty, cheesy masterpiece. Packed with crispy bacon, savory ground beef, tender macaroni, and a creamy cheddar cheese sauce, this recipe delivers all the flavors of a classic bacon cheeseburger in a quick and easy skillet meal. Infused with the richness of beef broth, a touch of smokiness from paprika, and the freshness of diced tomatoes, it’s a family-friendly dinner that’s ready in just 40 minutes from start to finish. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is as satisfying as it is simple, with minimal cleanup required. Garnish with chopped parsley for a pop of color, and enjoy comfort food at its finest!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 slices Bacon
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 cups Elbow macaroni
• 3 cups Beef broth
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) Canned diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon, place it on a paper towel-lined plate, and crumble once cooled. Leave about 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease in the skillet.

Step 2

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook over medium-high heat, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the elbow macaroni, beef broth, diced tomatoes (with their juices), paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and bring to a boil.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.

Step 6

Once the pasta is cooked, turn off the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.

Step 7

Add the crumbled bacon back into the skillet and mix well. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2188.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3193.7

Total Fat 187.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 90.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.5g
Cholesterol 598.9mg	0%
Sodium 6964.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 190.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.9g	0%
Total Sugars 24.2g
Protein 191.5g	0%

Vitamin D 7.7IU	0%
Calcium 1885.9mg	0%
Iron 20.3mg	0%
Potassium 2827.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.5%

Protein: 23.8%

Carbs: 23.7%