High Protein Macaroni
A comforting High Protein Macaroni dish featuring creamy cottage cheese and sharp cheddar, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups macaroni
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Boil the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Mix the cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, cooked chicken, spinach, milk, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese mixture and stir until well combined.
- Sauté olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and transfer the mixture to the skillet.
- Heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until heated through and cheese is melted.
- Serve warm and enjoy every comforting bite!
Notes
Pairs well with a crisp green salad and roasted vegetables. Leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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