Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese: Indulgent Comfort Bliss
Experience the delightful blend of flavors with this Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese, combining indulgent creaminess with a hint of spice for a perfect comfort dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded chicken
- 1 cup honey
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in milk, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
- Add cheddar cheese, honey, black pepper, and garlic powder; stir until melted and creamy.
- Incorporate the cooked macaroni and shredded chicken into the cheese sauce, mixing well.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional pepper if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, consider adding crushed red pepper flakes.
- Feel free to substitute chicken with cooked sausage or vegetables for a different variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 12 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 18 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 60 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams
Keywords: Honey Pepper Chicken, Mac and Cheese, Comfort Food