Description
A unique twist on classic mac and cheese, featuring tender chicken, a hint of sweetness from honey, and a subtle kick from pepper.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions, salting the water for flavor. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter, add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low, add more butter, then stir in cream cheese until melted. Add milk, garlic powder, and cheddar cheese, stirring until creamy.
- Drizzle in honey and sprinkle in pepper, mixing well to coat everything.
- Fold in cooked pasta and chicken, ensuring every noodle is covered in cheese sauce.
- Transfer to a serving dish, drizzle with more honey and sprinkle with extra pepper if desired. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
For a creamier texture, you can add more cheese or a touch of flour. Substitute ground turkey or shrimp for chicken if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg