Description

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Creamy Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese Delight. This dish combines velvety mac and cheese with crispy, honey-glazed pepper chicken, resulting in a perfect blend of creamy, crunchy, sweet, and spicy flavors. Whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or a festive gathering, this recipe is sure to delight both family and friends. With straightforward steps and easily accessible ingredients, you’ll achieve a gourmet meal that impresses without the fuss.

Ingredients

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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
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt (for dredging)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (for dredging)
Vegetable oil for frying
1/3 cup honey
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

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Instructions

Soak chicken pieces in buttermilk for 20 minutes. Dredge in seasoned flour and fry until golden brown.
Prepare the honey pepper glaze by simmering honey, soy sauce, cracked black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Cook elbow macaroni until al dente; drain. Make the cheese sauce by melting butter, whisking in flour, then gradually adding milk and cream until smooth. Stir in cheeses and seasonings.
Combine cooked macaroni with cheese sauce, top with glazed chicken, and serve hot.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 620
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 950mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 16g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 62g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 27g
Cholesterol: 100mg