Creamy Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese Delight
Creamy Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese Delight is a gourmet twist on classic comfort food, combining velvety mac and cheese with crispy, honey-glazed pepper chicken. This dish offers an irresistible mix of creamy, crunchy, sweet, and spicy flavors that will impress at any family dinner or special occasion. With a total cooking time of just 50 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights while being versatile enough for potlucks or romantic dinners at home. This recipe not only appeals to adults but also delights kids with its sweet glaze and cheesy goodness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Soak chicken in buttermilk for at least 20 minutes.
- Dredge in a seasoned flour mixture and fry until golden brown.
- Prepare the honey pepper glaze by simmering honey with soy sauce and spices.
- Cook macaroni, then create a cheese sauce using butter, flour, milk, and cheeses.
- Combine macaroni with cheese sauce and top with glazed chicken before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg