Description
A delicious and creamy mac and cheese infused with honey pepper chicken for a sweet and savory twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Cook chicken in a skillet until fully done, then drizzle with honey.
- In a pot, melt butter, add heavy cream, and stir in shredded cheese until smooth.
- Combine cooked macaroni, chicken, and cheese sauce. Mix well.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- Adjust honey and pepper to taste.
- For extra creaminess, add more cheese.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: creamy mac and cheese, honey pepper chicken, easy dinner recipe