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Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese with high protein

High Protein Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese

Introducing a mouthwatering delight – Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese! This recipe combines the rich creaminess of classic mac and cheese with the bold flavors of buffalo chicken for a dish that's both comforting and delightfully spicy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Mixing spoon
  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb. Chicken breast, boneless, skinless Cut into chunks
  • 1/2 tsp Onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp Parsely
  • 1/2 tsp. Garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp. Salt
  • 1/4 tsp. Ground pepper
  • 1 tbsp. Olive oil
  • 1 1/2 cups Chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 cups Milk of choice
  • 1 1/2 cups Elbow noodles
  • 1/4 cup Mild Buffalo sauce
  • 2 cups Shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese Divided

Instructions
 

  • Cut the chicken into small cubes and place them in a mixing bowl. Add onion powder, garlic powder, parsley, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Use a spoon to mix well, ensuring that all the chicken pieces are evenly coated.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken cubes in a single layer and cook until they turn a nice golden brown, which should take about 5 minutes.
  • Reduce the heat to low and carefully pour in the chicken broth and milk. Allow the mixture to simmer until you start to see bubbles forming.
  • Once the mixture begins to bubble, add the noodles to the skillet. Let everything simmer together until the noodles become tender, which should take approximately 10-12 minutes.
  • When the noodles are tender, stir in the buffalo sauce and 1 cup of cheese. Continue stirring until the sauce becomes thick, creamy, and cheesy.
  • Serve the mac and cheese in your desired serving bowls. While it's still hot, top it with the remaining cheese. Enjoy!

Notes

You can adjust the level of spiciness by using more or less buffalo sauce, depending on your preference.
If you're not a fan of cheddar cheese, you can experiment with other cheese varieties like mozzarella or gouda.
To make this dish a complete meal, you can serve it with a side of fresh salad or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 34gFat: 10g
Keyword buffalo chicken
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