Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese: A Comforting Indulgence
A delicious and comforting dish that combines the flavors of honey, pepper, chicken, and creamy mac and cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Meat
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 pound cooked chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions and drain.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add milk, cream cheese, and stir until smooth.
- Mix in honey and black pepper.
- Add cooked macaroni and chicken, and combine well.
- Transfer to a baking dish and top with cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs.
- Bake at 350°F for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using smoked chicken.
- Feel free to adjust the level of pepper to your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Honey Pepper Chicken, Mac and Cheese, Comfort Food, Chicken Recipes