NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

0.5 cup cooked chickpea elbow pasta

3 oz cooked chicken breast

0.5 oz sharp cheddar cheese

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

1 tbsp nonfat Greek yogurt

0.25 large egg

2 tbsp whole wheat panko breadcrumbs

0.25 cup marinara sauce

0.25 tsp garlic powder

0.25 tsp onion powder

0.13 tsp sea salt

0.13 tsp black pepper

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

PREPARATION

• 1

  Finely chop the cooked chickpea pasta and cooked chicken breast into very small, uniform pieces.

• 2

  In a medium mixing bowl, combine the chopped pasta, chicken, shredded cheddar, parmesan, Greek yogurt, whisked egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

• 3

  Stir the mixture until it becomes a sticky, cohesive dough that holds its shape when pressed.

• 4

  Using your hands, form the mixture into 4 or 5 tightly packed balls, roughly the size of a golf ball.

• 5

  Place the whole wheat panko breadcrumbs in a shallow dish and roll each ball in the crumbs until fully and evenly coated.

• 6

  Lightly brush or spray the bites with the extra virgin olive oil to ensure a golden finish.

• 7

  Place the bites in an air fryer basket and cook at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, turning halfway through, until the exterior is crispy.

• 8

  While the bites cook, warm the marinara sauce in a small saucepan over low heat.

• 9

  Serve the hot mac and cheese bites immediately with the warm marinara sauce on the side for dipping.