Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken with Mac and Cheese Recipe
This Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken with Mac and Cheese recipe combines sweet and savory flavors for a delicious meal that’s perfect for any day of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ½ cup pure honey
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
For the Mac and Cheese:
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups whole milk
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken dry and season with salt and black pepper.
- Prepare the glaze: In a saucepan, melt ¼ cup butter. Add minced garlic and honey, cook until smooth.
- Bake the chicken: Place seasoned chicken in a baking dish, pour half the glaze over it. Bake until done.
- Cook the macaroni: Boil water, cook macaroni until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Make the cheese sauce: In a pot, melt 2 tbsp butter, add flour, then milk and cheddar cheese until thickened.
- Serve: Drizzle remaining glaze over chicken, serve with mac and cheese.
Notes
- You can adjust the level of spiciness by increasing or decreasing the black pepper in the glaze.
- For a crispier chicken exterior, broil the chicken for a few minutes after baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 600 kcal
- Sugar: Approx. 20g
- Sodium: Approx. 800mg
- Fat: Approx. 25g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: Approx. 35g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 120mg
Keywords: Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken, Mac and Cheese, Dinner Recipe
