Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese: Indulgent Comfort Food Delight
Enjoy a delightful combination of sweet and savory in this Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Entree
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 pound boneless chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon crushed black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in honey, crushed black pepper, and salt. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked macaroni, chicken mixture, milk, and cheddar cheese until well combined.
- Pour mixture into a baking dish and top with breadcrumbs.
- Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder.
- Serve with a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Honey Pepper Chicken, Mac and Cheese, Comfort Food