Description
Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese is a quick, creamy pasta bake that combines tender chicken cubes glazed in a sweet honey and cracked pepper sauce with a rich cheddar cheese sauce. Cooked macaroni is tossed with the cheese mixture and chicken, creating a comforting, flavorful dish ready in under 35 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, this family‑friendly recipe delivers a balance of sweet, savory, and cheesy goodness in every bite. Serve hot, enjoy the sweet‑savory comfort. Now!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tsp cracked pepper
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package directions, drain and set aside.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, add chicken and cook until browned and done.
- Add honey and cracked pepper, stir for 2‑3 minutes until coated.
- In a pot, combine cooked macaroni, cheese, and milk, stir until cheese melts.
- Mix the honey pepper chicken into the macaroni and cheese, season with salt.
- Serve warm, garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier twist, add a pinch of cayenne. Leftovers store well refrigerated for 3 days
- reheat with a splash of milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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