High-Protein Honey BBQ Chicken Mac & Cheese
A comforting dish of creamy macaroni tossed with shredded chicken in honey BBQ sauce and melted cheese, perfect for a cozy meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
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- 8 oz macaroni pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup honey BBQ sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and stir to create a roux, cooking for about 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, cooking until the mixture thickens. Stir in the cheese until melted and smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, shredded chicken, honey BBQ sauce, and cheese sauce. Mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish if desired, or serve immediately. Garnish with green onions if using. Enjoy!
Notes
This dish pairs wonderfully with garlic bread or a crunchy green salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 75mg