Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese: A Indulgent Comfort Dish
Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese is a delightful, creamy dish that combines the savory flavors of chicken with the warmth of macaroni and cheese.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 4 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned and no longer pink.
- In the same pan, add cooked macaroni, cheddar cheese, and milk. Stir until cheese is melted and creamy.
- Add black pepper, honey, salt, and garlic powder. Mix well and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve warm and enjoy your comforting dish!
Notes
- This dish can be customized by adding vegetables such as spinach or bell peppers.
- For a spicier kick, consider adding red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Honey Pepper Chicken, Mac and Cheese, Comfort Food