Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese
This dish combines macaroni, chicken, and a creamy cheese sauce with a hint of honey and pepper.
Equipment
- Pot
- Skillet
Ingredients
Pasta
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
Chicken
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
Cheese Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
Flavorings
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Garnish
- to taste Salt
- to taste Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in heavy cream, honey, black pepper, and cheeses until melted and well combined.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet and mix until evenly coated.
- Season with salt to taste and garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
You can adjust the amount of honey and pepper based on your taste preferences.