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Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese

Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese for Ultimate Comfort

Indulge in Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese, a comforting dish with sweet and spicy flavors.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni or penne or shells
For the Chicken
  • 1 lb chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese shredded
For the Sweet and Spicy Glaze
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
For Sautéing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing chicken
  • 2 tablespoons butter for garlic butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • Saucepan
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water, add elbow macaroni, and cook until al dente, about 7–9 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet, add seasoned chicken, and cook for about 6–8 minutes until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
  3. Prepare the Garlic Butter: In the same skillet, reduce heat and melt butter. Add minced garlic, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Make the Honey Pepper Glaze: Stir in honey and black pepper, simmer for 2–3 minutes. Return chicken to skillet and toss to coat.
  5. Whip Up the Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan, heat heavy cream, whisk in cheeses until melted and smooth. Season with salt.
  6. Combine Pasta and Cheese Sauce: Add drained macaroni to cheese sauce and stir until well-coated.
  7. Fold in the Chicken: Gently fold the chicken into the cheese-and-pasta mixture.
  8. Serve and Garnish: Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfectly cook pasta al dente for the best texture. Feel free to customize cheese and spice levels based on preference. Store leftovers properly for best flavor.

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