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Honey Garlic Butter Chicken & Mac ‘n’ Cheese: 1 Perfect Way to Make the Easiest Dinner


  • Author: Nouna
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

An indulgent fusion recipe featuring sticky, sweet honey garlic chicken served over a rich and velvety homemade macaroni and cheese.


Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs Chicken breast, cubed
  • 3 tbsp Honey
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 6 tbsp Unsalted butter (divided)
  • 1 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 1 lb Elbow macaroni
  • 1/4 cup Flour
  • 3 cups Whole milk
  • 2 cups Sharp Cheddar, shredded
  • 1 cup Mozzarella, shredded


Instructions

  1. Boil macaroni in salted water until al dente; drain.
  2. Sear seasoned chicken in butter until golden.
  3. Add garlic, honey, and soy sauce to chicken; simmer until glazed.
  4. Prepare a roux with butter and flour, then whisk in milk until thickened.
  5. Melt cheeses into the milk mixture to create a sauce.
  6. Combine pasta with cheese sauce and top with the honey garlic chicken.

Notes

High protein, incredibly comforting, and kid-approved.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 650 kcal