Hot Honey Chicken Mac and Cheese
A deliciously creamy mac and cheese with a spicy honey twist that elevates the classic comfort dish.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.25 lb boneless chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
- 8 oz elbow macaroni or any pasta of choice
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese for a gooey texture
- 1.5 cups milk whole or 2%
- 0.5 cup hot honey for sweetness and a kick
- 0.25 cup butter unsalted
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
- 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
- Stir in flour, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook for 2 minutes until slightly golden.
- Slowly whisk in milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens, about 4-5 minutes.
- Mix in mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth. Stir in hot honey, salt, and pepper.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the cheese sauce and chicken mixture. Mix well.
- Serve warm, drizzled with extra hot honey if desired.
Notes
You can add chopped green onions or parsley to garnish for a fresh touch. Serve with a side salad.