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creamy honey pepper chicken mac and cheese recipe

Creamy Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese Recipe in 35 Minutes


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A rich and creamy mac and cheese with honey pepper chicken.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions.
  2. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  3. Add flour and stir for 1 minute.
  4. Gradually whisk in milk and cook until thickened.
  5. Stir in cheese until melted.
  6. Add cooked chicken, honey, and pepper.
  7. Combine with drained macaroni.
  8. Serve warm.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add garlic powder.
  • Substitute chicken with turkey if preferred.
  • Top with breadcrumbs for a crunchy texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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