Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Easy Sweet & Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese. This dish perfectly blends tender chicken, creamy cheese, and a sweet-spicy sauce that will ignite your taste buds. With its nostalgic flavors reminiscent of family gatherings, this mac and cheese is perfect for cozy nights or special celebrations. Get ready to enjoy a sensational culinary experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup raw honey
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, cayenne pepper, minced garlic, and black pepper to create the sauce.
- Shred cooked chicken; combine with pasta and sauce in a large mixing bowl.
- Fold in grated cheddar cheese until well incorporated; transfer mixture to the greased baking dish.
- Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg