Description
Indulge in the Creamy Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese Delight, a dish that takes comfort food to the next level. This recipe combines creamy mac and cheese with crispy, honey-glazed chicken, creating a perfect harmony of sweet and spicy flavors. Ideal for family dinners or special gatherings, this delectable meal will leave your guests asking for more. With easy preparation steps and common ingredients, you can whip up this gourmet dish in no time. Transform your weeknight meals into a cozy culinary experience that everyone will love!
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Soak chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 20 minutes.
- Dredge soaked chicken in flour mixed with spices, then fry until golden brown.
- Prepare the honey pepper glaze by combining honey, soy sauce, and black pepper, simmering for 2–3 minutes.
- Cook macaroni al dente; set aside. In a saucepan, create a creamy cheese sauce by melting butter and whisking in flour before adding milk and cheese.
- Mix macaroni into the cheese sauce and top with crispy chicken coated in honey pepper glaze.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg