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Honey Garlic Butter Chicken Mac and Cheese Recipe Revealed!

A delicious and creamy Honey Garlic Butter Chicken Mac and Cheese that combines tender chicken with a rich cheese sauce and macaroni.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions for garnish

Method
 

  1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced chicken, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the honey and soy sauce, allowing the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and add the heavy cream, stirring until combined.
  5. Gradually add the cheddar and Parmesan cheeses, stirring until melted and creamy.
  6. Fold in the cooked macaroni until well coated with the cheese sauce.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the chicken while cooking.
  • To make it a one-pan dish, add steamed broccoli or peas in the last few minutes of cooking for added nutrition and color.

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