Honey BBQ Chicken Mac Cheese (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cheese Sauce
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150g fat-free cottage cheese
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200g light cream cheese
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150g 30% reduced fat cheddar cheese
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150ml semi-skimmed milk (2%)
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon parsley
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon mustard
→ BBQ Chicken
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400g chicken breasts, diced
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2 tablespoons honey
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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70g reduced BBQ sauce
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon ground ginger
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Low calorie cooking spray
→ Pasta
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300g pasta
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1 teaspoon salt
# Instructions:
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Season diced chicken with spices. Cook in air fryer at 180°C for 10-12 minutes or pan fry for 6-8 minutes until golden. Toss with honey and BBQ sauce, cook 1-2 minutes more to caramelize.
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Boil pasta in salted water according to package instructions. Reserve ¼ cup pasta water before draining.
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Blend cottage cheese, cream cheese, cheddar, milk, and seasonings until smooth. Heat in saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring until thickened.
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Mix pasta with cheese sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed. Let sit 10 minutes for flavors to meld.
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Divide mac and cheese into bowls, top with honey BBQ chicken, and garnish with parsley.
# Notes:
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Add vegetables like broccoli or spinach for extra nutrients
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Can be made spicier with chili flakes or hot sauce
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Turkey can be used instead of chicken