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Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese

Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese

Delicious Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese that's quick to prepare and family-friendly.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups chicken breast, diced
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Large pot

Method
 

  1. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken breast, honey, and black pepper, cooking until the chicken is golden and cooked through.
  2. In a large pot, cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, combine the milk, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Cook over low heat until the cheeses are melted and the mixture is creamy.
  4. Add the cooked macaroni and the honey pepper chicken to the cheese sauce, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 30g

Notes

Customize with your favorite proteins or vegetables for an even tastier experience.

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