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Weight Loss Coach Shares The High-Protein Buffalo Chicken Mac And Cheese To Eat If You Want ‘To Lose 10 Lbs. In A Month’

January 13, 2025 by Marissa Matozzo

 
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The importance of protein for healthy weight loss should never be underestimated, as nutritionists, dietitians and other health experts would agree. When aiming to lose weight or gain muscle, protein consumption is paramount. It aids in feeling full longer, helping to prevent overeating while still supplying necessary nutrients.

On that note, weight loss and health coach Johnny Hadac recently shared a high-protein buffalo chicken mac and cheese recipe on TikTok that he claims supports healthy weight loss and maintains satiety. In his below video, Hadac noted: “If you want to lose 10 pounds in a month, make this bulk meal prep recipe and eat it every day for lunch. I promise you’ll have great results.” He added: “I’ll show you how to make it.”

High-Protein Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese Recipe Health Coach Recommends to ‘Lose 10 Lbs. in a Month’

For the first step, the coach said to “cook half a box of protein pasta, then spray [avocado oil] on your pan.” Next, he suggested adding “3 pounds of chicken breast” and seasoning it with “half a pack of ranch dressing, garlic and onion powder,” and letting it cook for 10-12 minutes.

Next, in a blender, “add one cup of cottage cheese and 1/4 cup of Red Hot sauce.” When your chicken is done, Hadac instructed dicing it “into small pieces.” When your pasta is ready, he said to “strain it the same pot on low heat.” Then, you are to “add 4 tablespoons of garlic, add in your buffalo sauce, your protein pasta and 1/2 cup of shredded pepper jack cheese.”

Why Protein Is So Important For Healthy Weight Loss

After that, the coach said to "add your cooked chicken and 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt." He pointed out that this recipe makes a total of 8 servings, "with one serving being one cup." You can "enjoy this for only 450 calories with 62 grams of protein." When it comes to the importance of protein for weight loss, we also checked in with other health experts.

When it comes to shedding weight or building muscle, protein intake is the most important factor to consider, Meera Watts, health expert, founder and CEO of Siddhi Yoga, tells SheFinds. “Protein helps us feel fuller for longer, which helps us avoid overeating while still providing the nutrition our bodies require at these times,” she explains.  

An individual requires 1.2 to 1.6 grams of protein per kilogram of total body weight, Watts says. "This daily requirement can vary in certain ways," she continues, for example, "someone who lifts weights and wants to gain muscle mass will need a high protein intake in their diet." However, Watts goes on to say that a person attempting to lose weight can consume up to "2 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight."

When selecting a source of protein for weight loss, Lisa Richards, registered nutritionist and creator of The Candida Diet, says that you must be mindful of the calories, carbs, and fat content. “Animal sources can be high in fat and calories and plant sources tend to have more carbohydrates.” She notes, “These tend to provide you with excellent protein, but not necessarily protein for weight loss.”

The Bottom Line

Richards notes that the best sources of protein for weight loss are the ones that are “low in fat and carbohydrates.” This primarily describes “lean animal sources like chicken, turkey, or some fish,” she adds. “We only need about 8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight for adequate weight loss,” she says.

While “it can be tempting to increase your protein significantly when trying to lose weight,” this isn't necessary as long as you're getting in the recommended daily amount.  

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