Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Creamy Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese Delight. This dish pairs the familiar richness of creamy mac and cheese with crispy, honey-glazed chicken, creating a perfect blend of sweet and spicy flavors. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it’s easy to prepare, making it a hit with both kids and adults alike. In just 50 minutes, you can whip up this gourmet twist on a classic favorite that is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Soak chicken in buttermilk for at least 20 minutes. Dredge in seasoned flour and fry until golden brown.
- Prepare the honey pepper glaze by simmering honey, soy sauce, cracked black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Cook elbow macaroni until al dente; drain.
- Make the cheese sauce by melting butter, whisking in flour, then adding milk and cream until smooth before incorporating cheeses.
- Combine macaroni with cheese sauce, serve topped with glazed chicken.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg