High Protein Honey BBQ Chicken Mac & Cheese Meal Prep
A delightful blend of creamy mac and cheese with honey BBQ chicken, packed with protein and perfect for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High-Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups macaroni
- 1 pound chicken breast (cooked and shredded)
- 1 cup low-fat cheese
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: green onions, extra cheese
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add macaroni, and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the cheese sauce: In a saucepan, heat milk until steaming, whisk in cheese until melted, adding salt and pepper.
- Combine chicken and BBQ sauce: Mix shredded chicken with BBQ sauce and honey in a bowl.
- Mix it all together: Combine macaroni with cheese sauce and fold in BBQ chicken mixture.
- Transfer to a baking dish: Preheat oven to 350°F, grease a baking dish, and pour in mac and cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden. Broil for 2-3 minutes for a crispy top if desired.
- Add toppings: Sprinkle with extra cheese and green onions, let cool before serving.
- Serve & enjoy: Enjoy with side salad or veggies for a complete meal.
Notes
Customize with veggies, turkey, or even a vegan option using chickpeas and plant-based ingredients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: mac and cheese, high protein, meal prep, comfort food, honey BBQ chicken