Healthier Chick-fil-A Style Mac and Cheese (Family-Friendly Version)
⏱️ 30 minutes👥 8 servings❤️ Taste: 9/10
Nutrition Facts
Calories
N/A
Protein
N/Ag
Carbs
N/Ag
Fiber
N/Ag
Health Benefits
Gut Health7/10
Anti-Inflammatory7/10
Blood Sugar Control7/10
Ingredients
- •• 16 oz whole grain elbow macaroni (instead of regular)
- •• 2 cups reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
- •• 1 cup reduced-fat Colby Jack cheese
- •• 1 cup Greek yogurt (instead of heavy cream)
- •• 1 cup low-fat milk
- •• 2 oz Neufchâtel cheese (instead of cream cheese)
- •• 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour (instead of white flour)
- •• 2 tablespoons olive oil (instead of butter)
- •• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- •• 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
- •• Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 11. Cook whole grain pasta according to package directions
- 22. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat
- 33. Whisk in flour, cook 1 minute
- 44. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly until thickened
- 55. Add Greek yogurt and Neufchâtel cheese, stir until smooth
- 66. Add cheeses, seasonings; stir until melted
- 77. Fold in cooked pasta
- 88. Serve hot
Smart Substitutions
• White pasta→Whole grain pasta
More fiber, nutrients, steady energy
💡 30% lower
• Heavy cream→Greek yogurt
More protein, less saturated fat
💡 40% lower
• Cream cheese→Neufchâtel cheese
1/3 less fat, same texture
💡 15% lower