Ingredients
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- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 large chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
- 1 cup honey BBQ sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Toss chicken in honey BBQ sauce.
- Add cooked macaroni to the skillet with chicken. Pour in milk and Dijon mustard. Stir until well combined and heated through.
- Gradually add cheddar and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use cooked and sliced grilled chicken for best flavor.
- Adjust barbecue sauce for sweetness or spice as preferred.
- For a healthier version, use part-skim cheese and skim milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High-Protein, Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 650 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 80 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg