Description
Indulge in the Creamy Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese Delight, a dish that brings together the comforting embrace of classic macaroni and cheese with the gourmet appeal of crispy, honey-glazed chicken. This crowd-pleaser is perfect for family dinners or cozy nights at home, boasting rich flavors and satisfying textures that cater to both kids and adults alike. In just under an hour, you can create this delightful meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/3 cup honey
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Soak chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 20 minutes to tenderize.
- Dredge chicken in a seasoned flour mixture, then fry until golden brown.
- Prepare the honey pepper glaze by simmering honey, soy sauce, and spices.
- Cook elbow macaroni and make the creamy cheese sauce with melted cheeses and seasonings.
- Combine macaroni with cheese sauce and top with the honey-glazed chicken before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg