Sweet and Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken & Creamy Macaroni Cheese
Indulge in this delightful Sweet and Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken served alongside Creamy Macaroni Cheese – a perfect comfort meal for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 8 ounces macaroni pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Chopped parsley for garnishing
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the chicken until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, combine honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Slice the cooked chicken and return to the skillet, coating it in the honey pepper sauce. Keep warm on low heat.
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions, then drain.
- In another pot, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Remove cheese sauce from heat, stir in cheddar and mozzarella until melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine macaroni with cheese sauce. Serve topped with honey pepper chicken and a sprinkle of parsley.