Ingredients
For the Honey Pepper Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp ground cayenne pepper
For the Creamy Macaroni Cheese:
- 8 oz macaroni pasta
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium and cook chicken until golden, about 6-7 minutes each side. Remove and set aside. 🍗
2️⃣ Make Sauce: In the same skillet, mix honey, soy sauce, vinegar, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne. Simmer until thickened, about 2-3 minutes. 🍯🌶️
3️⃣ Combine: Slice chicken into strips, return to skillet, and coat with sauce. 🥄
4️⃣ Cook Pasta: Boil macaroni until al dente, drain, and set aside. 🍝
5️⃣ Make Cheese Sauce: Melt butter in a pot, stir in flour, then gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Cook until thickened, then remove from heat and blend in cheeses until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. 🧀
6️⃣ Combine Pasta and Sauce: Mix macaroni with cheese sauce. 🍽️
7️⃣ Serve: Plate macaroni cheese, top with honey pepper chicken, and garnish with parsley. 🌿
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4