Description
High-Protein Honey BBQ Chicken Mac & Cheese is a delicious and filling dish packed with flavor and protein.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (honey-flavored recommended)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour the honey barbecue sauce over the cooked chicken, stirring to coat evenly. Let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, chicken with barbecue sauce, milk, and half of the cheddar and mozzarella cheese. Mix until well combined.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mac and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheese on top, spreading it evenly.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- This dish is perfect for meal prep.
- Adjust the barbecue sauce to your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: High Protein Honey BBQ, Chicken Mac & Cheese, Comfort Food