Description
Creamy Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese Delight is a luxurious twist on a classic comfort food. This dish combines creamy, cheesy elbow macaroni with crispy, honey-glazed chicken, delivering a perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you’re planning a cozy weeknight dinner or hosting a special gathering, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike. Easy to prepare with readily available ingredients, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser that offers warmth and satisfaction in every bite.
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
- 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
- Prepare the chicken by soaking it in buttermilk for at least 20 minutes. Dredge in seasoned flour and fry until golden brown.
- Create the honey pepper glaze by simmering honey, soy sauce, cracked black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Meanwhile, make the cheese sauce by melting butter, whisking in flour, then gradually adding milk and cream before incorporating cheeses.
- Mix the macaroni into the cheese sauce and top with the glazed chicken before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 740
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg