Description
Creamy Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese Delight is a mouthwatering fusion of rich, cheesy macaroni and crispy honey-glazed chicken. This dish is perfect for casual weeknight dinners or special gatherings, delivering an irresistible blend of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors that will quickly become a family favorite. With its creamy texture and golden-brown chicken, this recipe promises comfort food elevated to gourmet status. Plus, it’s easy to prepare in under an hour, making it an ideal choice for busy cooks looking to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1/3 cup honey
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Soak chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 20 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix flour with paprika, salt, and pepper. Dredge the chicken and fry until golden brown.
- Prepare the honey pepper glaze by simmering honey with soy sauce and cracked black pepper.
- Cook elbow macaroni according to package directions. In a separate pan, create the cheese sauce by melting butter, whisking in flour, then adding milk and cream followed by cheeses.
- Combine cooked macaroni with cheese sauce and top with glazed chicken before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 630
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg