Buffalo Mac bowls

Ingredients

• 3 pounds Chicken Breast (Trimmed of visible fat, tenderized)
• 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Flakes (To taste)
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper (Ground)
• 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
• as needed spray 5‑Calorie Cooking Spray (Heavy coating for skillet)
• 16 ounces Protein Pasta (Any brand; can use regular pasta if preferred)
• 4 ounces Sun‑Dried Tomatoes (Packed in oil, drained)
• 2 ounces Real Bacon Bits (Crispy)
• 8 ounces Shredded Cheddar Cheese (Full‑fat)
• 8 ounces Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (Fat‑free)
• 1 packet Ranch Seasoning Packet
• 1 cup Fat‑Free Ranch Dressing
• 1 cup French Red Hot Sauce
• 3 slices American Cheese (Cut into small pieces)

Instructions

1. Trim and Tenderize Chicken

   Remove any visible fat from the chicken breasts, then pound them with a meat tenderizer until they are an even thickness.

   Time: PT10M

2. Season the Chicken

   Place the flattened chicken in a mixing bowl and sprinkle sea salt flakes, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Toss to coat evenly.

   Time: PT5M

3. Cook the Chicken

   Heat the electric skillet over medium‑high heat, spray heavily with 5‑calorie cooking spray, and add the seasoned chicken. Cook until the chicken is almost done, about 4‑5 minutes per side, then remove and set aside.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: medium‑high heat

4. Boil the Pasta

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil, add the protein pasta, and cook according to package directions (usually 8‑10 minutes) until al dente. Drain and set aside.

   Time: PT12M

   Temperature: 100°C

5. Chop the Cooked Chicken

   Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board and cut into bite‑size pieces.

   Time: PT5M

6. Combine All Ingredients

   In the large pot used for the pasta, add the chopped chicken, cooked pasta, sun‑dried tomatoes, bacon bits, shredded cheddar, shredded mozzarella, ranch seasoning packet, fat‑free ranch dressing, French red hot sauce, and the American cheese pieces. Stir over medium heat until the cheeses melt and everything is well combined.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium heat

7. Portion into Meal‑Prep Containers

   Divide the finished mixture evenly among 10 meal‑prep containers. Allow to cool slightly before sealing.

   Time: PT5M

8. Reheat (Optional Guidance)

   To reheat, microwave a container for 60 seconds. For frozen portions, add a splash of water, cover with a paper napkin, and microwave for 2 minutes 30 seconds.

   Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

715

Protein

45g

Carbohydrates

32g

Fat

15g

Fiber

0.5g