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Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese
Carolina Gomez

Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese

Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese is a rich and flavorful comfort dish combining creamy, cheesy macaroni with crispy honey-glazed chicken tossed in a sweet and peppery sauce. It’s the perfect fusion of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors that will satisfy every craving.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 720
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Chicken:
  • 2 boneless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • Oil for frying
  • For the Honey Pepper Sauce:
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp crushed black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes optional
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • For the Mac and Cheese:
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powde

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Mixing bowl
  • strainer
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil the macaroni according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
  2. Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour, dip in egg, coat with breadcrumbs, and fry until golden and crispy. Set aside.
  3. Make the Sauce: In a small saucepan, melt butter. Add honey, soy sauce, vinegar, black pepper, and chili flakes. Stir and simmer until thickened slightly.
  4. Coat Chicken: Toss the fried chicken pieces in the honey pepper sauce until evenly coated.
  5. Make the Cheese Sauce: In another saucepan, melt butter. Add flour and whisk for 1 minute. Gradually pour in milk and cream, whisking until smooth and thickened.
  6. Add Cheese: Stir in cheddar and mozzarella until melted. Season with salt and garlic powder.
  7. Combine: Mix cooked macaroni with cheese sauce until coated.
  8. Assemble: Top mac and cheese with honey pepper chicken pieces. Garnish with extra pepper or chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):
  • Calories: 720
  • Protein: 36g
  • Carbohydrates: 65g
  • Fat: 34g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 155mg
  • Sodium: 980mg
  • Sugar: 18g