Description
A delightful twist on classic mac and cheese with high protein chicken, honey, and garlic for a satisfying meal packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups macaroni
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add cubed chicken, seasoning with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and honey to the skillet, stirring to coat the chicken well, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- In a separate pot, combine cooked macaroni, shredded cheese, and milk. Stir continuously until cheese melts and mixture is creamy.
- Mix honey garlic chicken into the cheesy macaroni, blending well.
- Serve hot and garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
Ensure chicken is cooked to a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Stir cheese mixture continuously to prevent clumping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg