Creamy Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese: Pure Comfort Bliss
A delightful creamy dish combining chicken, honey, and pepper for the ultimate comfort food.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Balanced
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Reduce the heat and stir in honey and heavy cream, mixing until well combined.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet and mix with the sauce.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust honey based on sweetness preference.
- Add vegetables like broccoli for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese Delight