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A bowl of creamy buffalo chicken mac and cheese topped with fresh parsley.

Healthy Buffalo Chicken Mac And Cheese

A healthier twist on classic buffalo chicken mac and cheese, packed with flavor and protein.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Method
 

  1. Cook the whole-grain elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced chicken breast, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, whisk together the chicken broth, almond milk, and whole-wheat flour over medium heat. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.
  4. Reduce heat to low and gradually stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
  5. Add the Greek yogurt and buffalo sauce to the cheese mixture, stirring until fully combined.
  6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, then add the drained macaroni. Stir everything together until the pasta is evenly coated in the buffalo cheese sauce.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with sliced green onions if desired.

Notes

You can substitute almond milk with any milk alternative or regular milk. Adjust the buffalo sauce to your preferred spice level.