Chicken Mac 'n' Cheese - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 8

Lunch

This Chicken Mac 'n' Cheese is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Frank P. Melodia , Sarah Reynolds and Marie Simmons Baked macaroni and cheese with chicken makes for a hearty meal, perfect for feeding a large group.

Ingredients

1 lb. cavatappi, orecchiette, or elbow pasta
1 1/2 tbsp. unsalted butter
1 c. fresh breadcrumbs
1/2 c. fresh grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 c. chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 qt. milk
1/2 c. all-purpose flour
2 tsp. minced garlic
3 c. shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
1 lb. smoked chicken
2 tsp. Dijon mustard
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. Freshly ground pepper

Instructions

In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente; drain.
Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 3-quart baking dish.
In a large skillet, melt butter and add breadcrumbs. Cook over medium heat, stirring until golden and crisp, about 3 minutes. Scrape into a medium bowl and stir in 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese and parsley.
In a large saucepan, whisk milk, flour, and garlic until flour is blended. Whisking frequently, bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer until mixture is thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in cheddar cheese, chicken, the remaining Parmesan cheese, mustard, salt, and pepper. Add cooked pasta and cheese sauce to prepared baking dish, stirring well to blend. Sprinkle breadcrumb mixture over top. Bake 35 minutes or until hot and bubbly and crumb topping is golden.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chicken Mac 'n' Cheese good for PCOS?

Yes, this Chicken Mac 'n' Cheese recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 8 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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