Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese: Indulgent Comfort Food Delight
5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star
No reviews
A delightful dish that combines the richness of mac and cheese with the savory flavors of honey and pepper chicken.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and add flour to create a roux.
- Slowly whisk in the milk and bring to a simmer, stirring until thickened.
- Add cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- In a separate pan, sauté chicken with honey and black pepper until cooked through.
- Combine the macaroni, cheese sauce, and honey pepper chicken in a baking dish.
- Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes until bubbly.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding cooked bacon or green onions as a topping.
- This dish can be made ahead and baked when ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg