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Creamy Honey Pepper Chicken Mac And Cheese Delight will amaze!

A delicious and creamy mac and cheese dish featuring honey pepper chicken, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
  3. Drizzle the honey over the cooked chicken and stir to coat. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the honey caramelizes slightly. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and add the milk and heavy cream. Stir in the cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese, mixing until melted and smooth.
  5. Add the cooked macaroni and the honey pepper chicken to the cheese sauce. Stir until everything is well combined and heated through.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 36gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños to the chicken while cooking.
  • You can also substitute the chicken with cooked shrimp or cooked sausage for a different flavor profile.
  • For a lighter version, use whole wheat pasta and reduced-fat cheese.

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