Description
Creamy Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese Delight is a rich and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, creamy cheeses, and a hint of sweetness from honey, all mixed with elbow macaroni.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the honey, heavy cream, and all three cheeses (cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan). Stir until the cheeses are melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet and stir until well combined. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the chicken while cooking.
- You can also substitute the chicken with cooked shrimp or sautéed vegetables for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg