Description
Indulge in the comforting fusion of honey pepper chicken and creamy mac and cheese in this irresistible dish that balances sweet and savory flavors perfectly.
Ingredients
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For the Mac and Cheese:
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Honey Pepper Chicken:
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Macaroni: Cook the macaroni until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Make the Cheese Sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour to make a roux. Gradually add milk, cook until thickened. Stir in cheeses until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare the Honey Pepper Chicken: Heat olive oil, add chicken, garlic powder, honey, and black pepper. Cook until caramelized.
- Combine Everything: Stir cooked pasta into cheese sauce, then add the honey pepper chicken. Mix well.
- Serve: Top with extra black pepper and parsley.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Adjust honey and pepper to taste, add red pepper flakes if desired.
- Bake with breadcrumb topping for added texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
