Meal Prep Series "Prep It - BBQ Chicken Mac & Cheese Meal Prep | Perfect For Bulking | High Protein

Looking for a delicious and protein-packed meal prep idea? Check out this BBQ Chicken Mac & Cheese recipe that's perfect for bulking up! This high protein meal prep is the perfect combination of comfort food and muscle-building nutrients. Give it a try and enjoy a tasty meal prep option for the week ahead! My Cookbook 'DIG IN" Is Available For Order Now - https://bit.ly/4fjQbry ⭐ SEND ME YOUR VIDEO IDEAS - https://chefjackovens.com/contact/ ➖ Follow Me ➖ 📰 My Website: https://chefjackovens.com 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefjackovens/ 🖥️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChefJackOvens 🧑🏻‍🍳 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chefjackovens?lang=en 📺 Patreon - http://patreon.com/chefjackovens 🔑 Become A Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqRdvREgI2qLnKtiMfswzZQ/join ➖ My Equipment ➖ My Cookbook "DIG IN" - https://bit.ly/4fjQbry Meal Prep Containers - https://www.luvele.com/?ref=qNAC7JWq6gdhha My Knives - Https://www.koiknives.com/discount/JackOvens (Free Shipping) Herbs & Spices - https://centuriesahead.com.au ➖ Special Thanks To All Patreon Members ➖ CJE David Taylor Bent Ed Featheredindian Ken Ontko Angelo D Alpha Leonis Saul Pineda Ohmachi Mark McLane James W Pharo Al Philp Adrian Keevill Naz Cat Teisininkas Modestas Barauskas Thorsten Zoke Miyama Dimmy Team Aelskling Efrain Toledo Nani Maschnick Frank Hoeflich Kotenuki Richard Roche (aka Irish) Patrick Robles Sam Quinsey Gerald Albipwnr Isaac Rabicoff Mama Jane Gearoid O'Broin ➖ Special Thanks To All Youtube Members ➖ Patricia Treslove Late Blue Oak iamceph eric andrews Greg Fisher Gerald Hash Hien Nguyen Leigh Weltman J8 Lauren Blenkinsop Rosalie Koger Aaron Morgan Thuy Nguyen Sue Macdonald ➖ Recipe ➖ Ingredients - Chicken, Seasoning & Sauce -  2 tsp (10ml) - Olive Oil (Divided) 1.2kg (2.6lb) - Chicken Breast, Diced  1 tsp (4g) - Onion Powder  1 tsp (4g) - Garlic Powder  1 tsp (4g) - Smoked Paprika  1/2 tsp (1g) - Chilli Flakes (Optional) 1 tsp (2g) - Dried Oregano  1 tsp (2g) - Dried Thyme  125ml (1/2 Cup) - BBQ Sauce (Reduced Sugar) Salt & Pepper  Macaroni & Cheese -  400g (14oz) - Macaroni Pasta 400ml (14oz) - Low Fat Cream or Milk  100g (3.5oz) - Cream Cheese  1 tsp (4g) - Onion Powder  1 tsp (4g) - Garlic Powder  1 tsp (4g) - Smoked Paprika 140g (4.9oz) - Grated Cheese (Gouda, Cheddar, Gruyere) Salt & Pepper  Method -  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the macaroni for 1 minute less than the packet instructions. Drain and reserve some pasta water.  2. In a bowl, add the chicken, seasoning, and 1 tsp (5ml) olive oil, except the BBQ sauce. Mix to combine. Place a pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 4 minutes. Add the BBQ sauce and mix to combine. Cook for 30 seconds. Remove from the pan.  3. In the same pan, back over medium-high heat, add the low-fat milk or cream, cream cheese, onion, and garlic powder. Mix to combine and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium, add the grated cheese, and mix until thick. Add the drained macaroni and mix until combined. Check seasoning. Remove from heat.  4. Serve in 5x 750ml meal prep continuers with the BBQ chicken on one side and the macaroni cheese on the other. Garnish with flat-leaf parsley and cracked black pepper. Dig in.  5. This recipe will last 3-4 days in the fridge and can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating. Reheat in the microwave or a pan over medium heat. If heating in a pan, add a splash of water or stock to rehydrate.  Video, Hosted, Directed and Edited By Jack Ovens