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Crispy Chicken Macaroni Cheese

5 from 1 vote
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Calories: 736kcal
Servings: 5 Portions

Ingredients

Crispy Chicken Breast

  • 900g (1.9lb) - Chicken Breast, Butterflied
  • 2 tsp (8g) - Onion Powder
  • 2 tsp (8g) - Garlic Powder
  • 2 tsp (8g) - Smoked Paprika
  • 125g (4.4oz) - Panko Bread Crumbs
  • 3 - Eggs
  • Spray Oil
  • Salt & Pepper

High-Protein Mac & Cheese

  • 400g (14oz) - High Protein Pasta of Choice
  • 375ml (380g) - Low-Fat Milk
  • 100g (3.5oz) - Cheddar Cheese
  • 75g (2.6oz) - Low-Fat Mozzarella Cheese
  • 4 - Low-Fat Cheese Slices
  • 1 Tbsp (20g) - Dijon Mustard
  • Salt & Pepper

Chilli Yogurt

  • ⅔ Cup (180g) - High Protein Greek Yogurt
  • 1 Tbsp (20g) - Chilli Sauce of Choice
  • Salt to Taste

Method

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta for 1 minute less than the packet instructions. Drain and reserve ½ cup of pasta water.
  • Butterfly and slice the chicken breast in half. Use a meat tenderiser or a flat-based pan to bash the chicken to an even thickness.
  • Place the ingredients into a bowl and add the onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt and pepper. Mix to combine.
  • Beat eggs in a bowl and add panko breadcrumbs to a second bowl. Dip the chicken into the egg and press firmly into the breadcrumbs.
  • Spray both sides of the chicken thoroughly with spray oil and place into an air fryer basket. Air fry at 200°C (390°F) for 10–12 minutes, flipping the food halfway through, or bake in an oven set at 220°C (430°F) for 18-20 minutes. The chicken should be golden and reach an internal temperature of 74°C.
  • Place a large pan over medium heat and add the milk. Heat until hot but not simmering. Gently stir in the cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and low-fat cheese slices, and mix to combine until smooth and melted.
  • Add the drained pasta and mix well until it is coated in the cheese sauce. Adjust the consistency of the sauce with the reserved pasta water, if needed—season and set aside.
  • In a bowl, add the yogurt and chilli sauce and mix well. Store in the fridge until ready to serve.
Serving 500gCalories 736kcalCarbohydrates 65gProtein 70gFat 15gSaturated Fat 3gPolyunsaturated Fat 1gMonounsaturated Fat 3gCholesterol 104mgSodium 655mgPotassium 1032mgFiber 6gSugar 7gVitamin A 1200IUVitamin C 23mgCalcium 387mgIron 2.1mg