Description
Looking for a comfort food that fuels your body, not just your cravings? This High Protein Crockpot Cottage Cheese Mac and Cheese is the answer. Blending the rich, nostalgic taste of classic mac with cottage cheese and Greek yogurt delivers a powerhouse of protein in every bite. Perfect as a quick dinner, healthy snack, or a weeknight meal prep hero, this dish is creamy, satisfying, and delightfully easy to make. Whether you’re searching for new easy dinner ideas, a protein-packed lunch, or healthy comfort food, this recipe fits beautifully into your routine.
Ingredients
2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
1 1/2 cups cottage cheese (blended smooth)
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon butter (optional)
Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Cook the elbow macaroni until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a blender, process the cottage cheese until it’s completely smooth.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the blended cottage cheese, milk, Greek yogurt, garlic powder, onion powder, dry mustard, salt, and pepper. Stir in the shredded cheeses.
4. Place the cooked pasta in the crockpot and pour the cheese mixture over it. Add butter if using. Stir to combine evenly.
5. Cover and cook on LOW for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring once halfway through.
6. Once the cheese is melted and the dish is creamy, stir, taste, and adjust seasoning.
7. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
Blend the cottage cheese thoroughly for the smoothest texture.
Use freshly shredded cheese for better melt and fewer additives.
Stir halfway through crockpot cooking to prevent sticking or over-browning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: high protein mac and cheese, crockpot mac and cheese, easy dinner recipe, healthy comfort food