Description
This creamy mac and cheese is paired with deliciously honey-glazed chicken for a truly delightful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz macaroni pasta
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute.
- Slowly add the milk while whisking to keep the mixture lump-free. Let it simmer until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- In a separate skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, season the chicken with salt and black pepper, and cook for 5-7 minutes per side.
- Drizzle honey over the chicken and let it caramelize slightly.
- Slice the glazed chicken into strips, combine the macaroni with the cheese sauce, and mix well.
- Serve the creamy mac and cheese topped with honey-glazed chicken.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding some paprika or smoked paprika to the cheese sauce.
- This dish pairs well with a side of green vegetables or a salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg