Mac& Cheese with Chicken and Mushrooms

INGREDIENTS

1 clove

Garlic

3 cups

High protein or whole wheat elbow noodles

1/4 tsp

Black pepper

1/4 tsp

Kosher or sea salt

1 tsp

Paprika

3 tbsp

Whole wheat flour, white

4 tbsp

Olive oil, extra-virgin

1 cup

Cheddar cheese, reduced-fat

1 3/4 cups

Low-fat milk

2 (4- 5 ounce) boneless skinless cooked chicken breasts or thighs, chopped into bite-sized pieces or 2- 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken

1 cup

(half pint) baby bella (also called cremini) or button mushrooms, cleaned and cut into slices