Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese, a comforting dish that perfectly marries savory chicken with a tantalizing honey glaze. This creamy, cheesy pasta is enveloped in a rich sauce, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or cozy gatherings. Ready in just 45 minutes, this versatile recipe is sure to impress both family and friends with its unique blend of sweetness and spice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, cooking until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter; add garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in honey and remaining pepper; simmer until thickened (2-3 minutes). Return chicken to skillet to coat in glaze.
- In a large saucepan, simmer heavy cream over low heat; whisk in cheeses until melted and smooth. Season with salt.
- Combine macaroni with cheese sauce; fold in honey pepper chicken. Serve hot garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet/Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg