Ingredients
– 2 cups elbow macaroni
– 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
– 1 cup honey BBQ sauce
– 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 cup milk
– 2 tablespoons butter
– 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Chopped green onions (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Creating High-Protein Honey BBQ Chicken Mac & Cheese is simple if you follow these easy steps:
1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare the Cheese Sauce: In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour, stirring constantly for about 1 minute until a roux forms.
3. Add Milk: Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
4. Mix in the Cheese: Stir in the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until melted and smooth. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
5. Combine Chicken and BBQ Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix the cooked chicken with honey BBQ sauce until well coated.
6. Combine Everything: In the saucepan with the cheese sauce, add the cooked macaroni and the BBQ chicken mixture. Stir until everything is evenly coated in the sauce.
7. Transfer to Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mac and cheese mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, until bubbly and golden on top.
9. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
These steps will guide you in creating this amazing High-Protein Honey BBQ Chicken Mac & Cheese effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 35g