Irresistible Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken with Mac and Cheese Recipe
This recipe for Irresistible Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken with Mac and Cheese combines tender chicken breasts glazed with a sweet and spicy honey pepper sauce, served alongside creamy macaroni and cheese. A perfect balance of flavors that will leave your taste buds craving more!
- Author: nova
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ½ cup pure honey
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
For the Mac and Cheese:
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups whole milk
- Salt to taste
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken dry and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- Prepare the glaze: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt ¼ cup butter. Add garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Stir in honey until smooth.
- Cook the chicken: Place chicken in a baking dish, pour half the glaze over it, and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Cook the macaroni: Boil salted water and cook macaroni until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Make the cheese sauce: In another pot over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp butter. Stir in flour to create a roux; cook for about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk until thickened; add cheddar cheese until melted.
- Serve: Serve chicken drizzled with remaining glaze alongside mac and cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken, Mac and Cheese, Comfort Food, Dinner Recipe