One Pot Creamy Buffalo Mac and Turkey
Indulge in the comforting warmth of our One Pot Creamy Buffalo Mac and Turkey. This deliciously creamy dish combines tender elbow macaroni with savory turkey sausage, all enveloped in a zesty buffalo-infused cheese sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this one-pot wonder is not only rich in flavor but also quick to prepare, making it an effortless choice for busy evenings. Transform your dinner table into a hub of laughter and delight as you serve up this mouthwatering meal, filled with bold flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 lb turkey sausage (mild or spicy)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté diced onions until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Crumble the turkey sausage into the pot and brown thoroughly.
- Stir in elbow macaroni, chicken broth, and buffalo sauce; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer.
- Once pasta is al dente, mix in heavy cream until fully combined.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and fully incorporated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg