Description
A deliciously creamy and cheesy mac and cheese dish with a hint of sweetness from honey and a kick from pepper. This dish combines tender chicken with pasta in a rich cheese sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups macaroni
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional)
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until no longer pink.
- Stir in honey, black pepper, and salt. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- In a saucepan, heat milk over medium heat. Stir in cheddar cheese until melted.
- Combine cooked macaroni, chicken mixture, and cheese sauce in a large bowl. Mix well.
- If desired, sprinkle breadcrumbs on top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add garlic powder or onion powder.
- Use any cheese of your choice for variation.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Cheesy Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese