Honey BBQ Chicken Mac & Cheese
35 min · 4 servings · 717 kcal/serving
Honey BBQ Chicken Mac & Cheese – at a glance
Honey BBQ Chicken Mac & Cheese is a high-protein Fitaily recipe for 4 servings (dinner). You can make it in about 35 minutes. One serving has about 717 kcal, 64.1 g protein, 75.4 g carbs, 13.2 g fat.
A high-protein, meal-prep friendly twist on classic Mac & Cheese, featuring tender chicken breast glazed in a sweet and smoky honey BBQ sauce, combined with a creamy, light cheese sauce.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 717 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 64.1 g |
| Carbs | 75.4 g |
| Fat | 13.2 g |
We calculate macros from the ingredients and the Fitaily product database. These are estimates — manufacturer labels and serving sizes may differ. This is not individual dietary advice.
Which diet is this recipe for?
Fitaily tags: wysokobiałkowy. Meal: kolacja. Tags come from the recipe author, not from a lab.
Possible allergens
Based on ingredient names, these may appear: mleko. This is automatic word matching, not an allergen certificate.
Ingredient substitutions
- Dairy can often be replaced with a plant-based drink or coconut yogurt; taste and macros will change slightly.
Storage and reheating
General tip: chill servings within 2 hours and keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 2–3 days. Reheat until steaming hot. Nutrition values refer to a freshly prepared serving.
Ingredients
- 700 g Chicken breast, diced
- 5 g Salt
- 3 g Onion powder
- 2 g Smoked paprika
- 3 g Garlic powder
- 5 g Olive oil
- 25 g Honey
- 85 g Sugar-free BBQ sauce
- 320 g Macaroni pasta
- 340 ml Fat-free evaporated milk
- 80 g Light cream cheese
- 8 g Chicken stock powder
- 100 g Light cheddar cheese
Preparation
- Season the diced chicken breast with salt, onion powder, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Add the olive oil and mix until the chicken is evenly coated.
- Cook the chicken in a pan over medium-high heat for about 4 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked through. Remove from heat.
- Add the honey and BBQ sauce to the cooked chicken and stir until well combined and coated.
- Cook the macaroni in boiling water according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain well.
- In a separate pan over medium heat, combine the evaporated milk, light cream cheese, chicken stock powder, and grated light cheddar cheese. Stir continuously until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Add the drained pasta to the cheese sauce and mix until the pasta is thoroughly coated.
- Divide the Honey BBQ Chicken and the Mac & Cheese evenly into 4 meal prep containers.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories and protein are in one serving of Honey BBQ Chicken Mac & Cheese?
One serving has about 717 kcal, 64.1 g protein, 75.4 g carbs, 13.2 g fat. The calculation comes from the Fitaily ingredient database and is approximate.
Is Honey BBQ Chicken Mac & Cheese good for meal prep?
General tip: chill servings within 2 hours and keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 2–3 days. Reheat until steaming hot. Nutrition values refer to a freshly prepared serving.