Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Creamy Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese Delight. This decadent dish features velvety mac and cheese paired with crispy, honey-glazed pepper chicken, creating an irresistible blend of creamy, crunchy, sweet, and spicy flavors. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this gourmet twist on a classic favorite is sure to impress family and friends alike. With its easy preparation and delightful taste, it’s a meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Soak chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 20 minutes. Dredge in seasoned flour and fry until golden brown (4–5 minutes per side). Toss with honey glaze.
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions. In a saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour, then gradually add milk and cream until smooth. Stir in cheeses until melted; season.
- Combine cooked macaroni with cheese sauce and top with honey-glazed chicken before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg