Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese: Indulgent Comfort Food Delight
Enjoy the creamy, cheesy goodness of Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese, a perfect blend of flavors for a delightful meal experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Nut-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a pan, cook the diced chicken until golden brown.
- Add honey and black pepper to the chicken, stirring well.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked macaroni, chicken mixture, milk, and shredded cheese.
- Spread the mixture into a baking dish and bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Use gluten-free macaroni for a gluten-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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