Description
Indulge in the comforting embrace of creamy Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese, where succulent chicken meets perfectly cooked elbow macaroni in a rich, honey-infused sauce. This delightful dish balances sweet and spicy flavors, making it an instant favorite for family dinners or casual gatherings. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser that’s sure to leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your pasta by boiling salted water and cooking elbow macaroni until al dente (7-8 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Lower the heat, then add heavy cream and honey to the skillet, stirring for 2-3 minutes to combine flavors.
- Mix in shredded cheddar cheese until melted into a silky sauce, then stir in garlic powder and pepper.
- Fold cooked pasta into the creamy sauce until thoroughly coated; cook on low heat for another minute.
- Serve in bowls, garnished with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg