Creamy Southern Spaghetti Bake with Turkey Bacon and Chicken Ham
A deliciously creamy and hearty spaghetti bake that combines turkey bacon and chicken ham for a southern twist.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 16 ounces spaghetti
- 6 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup chicken ham, diced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup chopped parsley for garnish
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and chop into pieces.
- In the same skillet, add the chicken ham and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooked spaghetti, turkey bacon, and chicken ham to the bowl and mix until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and sprinkle with additional cheese if desired.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be customized with vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition.
- For a spicier version, increase the amount of crushed red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Creamy Southern Spaghetti Bake, Turkey Bacon, Chicken Ham