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Honey Garlic Butter Chicken with Mac & Cheese

Honey Garlic Butter Chicken with Mac & Cheese Delight

A family-friendly Honey Garlic Butter Chicken with Mac & Cheese perfect for busy weeknights, combining savory flavors and high protein to satisfy even picky eaters.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast or turkey for a leaner option
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic or garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika optional
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley or your favorite herbs
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or plant-based option
  • 1/4 cup Honey or maple syrup for a vegan option
For the Mac & Cheese
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese or gouda for an extra kick
  • 8 ounces Elbow Macaroni or gluten-free pasta
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley or basil/cilantro

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the chicken by mixing cubed chicken breast with olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Cook the marinated chicken in a skillet over medium heat for 10-15 minutes until golden brown and reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Add butter and honey to create the sauce.
  3. Prepare the cheese sauce by adding more butter to the skillet, sautéing minced garlic on low heat until fragrant, then gradually whisking in heavy cream and simmering for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Melt mozzarella and cheddar into the simmering cream, stirring until fully melted and smooth over low heat, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Cook elbow macaroni as per package instructions, then drain and mix it into the cheese sauce, simmering for another 5 minutes.
  6. Plate the mac and cheese topped with the honey garlic butter chicken and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 38gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is great for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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