YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Chicken and Veggie Baked Mac & Cheese
Enjoy a comforting twist on classic mac & cheese with tender chicken, whole wheat pasta, and a medley of veggies. This baked dish offers a delightful balance of creamy reduced-fat cheddar and crisp broccoli, spinach, and red bell pepper, making it a satisfying meal perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
INGREDIENTS
3 oz Chicken Breast
1/2 cup cooked Whole Wheat Macaroni
1/4 cup shredded Reduced Fat Cheddar Cheese
1/2 cup chopped Broccoli
1/2 cup fresh Spinach
1/4 cup diced Red Bell Pepper
1/4 cup Low-Fat Milk
1 tsp Olive Oil
Salt & Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Cook the whole wheat macaroni according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and lightly season the chicken breast with salt and pepper. Sauté until the chicken is cooked through and becomes slightly browned. Once cooled, shred or dice the chicken.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, shredded chicken, chopped broccoli, spinach, and red bell pepper.
Stir in the low-fat milk and reduced fat cheddar cheese. Mix until the cheese begins to melt and coat the ingredients.
Season with additional salt and pepper as desired.
Transfer the mixture to a lightly greased baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the top is bubbling and slightly golden.
Remove from oven and let cool for a couple of minutes before serving.