YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
High-Protein Baked Mac with Creamy Cauliflower Cheese Sauce
Savor this hearty twist on a classic comfort dish where whole wheat macaroni meets a velvety cauliflower cheese sauce, enriched with tender chunks of chicken breast. A balanced meld of textures and flavors crowned with a golden, bubbly top, this meal is both satisfying and nutritionally smart.
INGREDIENTS
2 ounces Whole Wheat Macaroni (56g)
1 cup Cauliflower Florets (107g)
1/2 cup Reduced-Fat Milk (120g)
1/4 cup Reduced-Fat Shredded Cheddar Cheese (28g)
3 ounces Cooked Chicken Breast (85g)
1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
Salt & Black Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 375°F.
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the whole wheat macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Steam the cauliflower florets until they are tender, about 6-8 minutes.
In a blender, combine the steamed cauliflower, reduced-fat milk, and garlic powder; blend until smooth and creamy.
Transfer the blended cauliflower sauce to a saucepan over medium heat and stir in the shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese until melted and well incorporated. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Mix the cooked chicken breast and drained macaroni into a baking dish, then pour the creamy cauliflower cheese sauce over the mixture, ensuring even coverage.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the dish is heated through and the top begins to turn golden.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes before serving.