Description
Looking for the best high-protein comfort food? This honey garlic butter chicken with mac & cheese is rich, easy, and full of flavor! The perfect quick dinner idea when you want something healthy, hearty, and satisfying. Great for meal prep and weeknights!
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast or tenders
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter (for chicken)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons butter (for mac)
- 1 cup milk
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook macaroni in salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter, add milk and garlic powder, season with salt and pepper. Stir in cheese and whisk until smooth. Add pasta and mix.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook seasoned chicken until golden and fully cooked.
- Add butter, garlic, honey, soy sauce, and black pepper. Simmer until thick and glossy, coating the chicken.
- Serve mac and cheese with glazed chicken on the side or over top. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
- Add cream cheese to the mac for more creaminess.
- Try protein pasta to boost nutritional value.
- Reheat with a splash of milk or water to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American-Fusion