Description
Sweet and Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken with Creamy Macaroni Cheese is a delightful fusion of flavors that brings comfort food to a whole new level. This dish features juicy chicken glazed in a sweet and spicy sauce, accompanied by velvety macaroni cheese that satisfies every craving. Perfect for family gatherings or casual dinners, this recipe is as easy to prepare as it is impressive. Get ready to indulge in a bowl of cozy goodness that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/3 cup pure honey
- 2 cups fresh bell peppers, sliced (assorted colors)
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts; season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, cayenne pepper, and lemon juice; pour over cooked chicken.
- Add sliced bell peppers to the skillet; cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until coated in sauce.
- Meanwhile, boil water and cook elbow macaroni until al dente; drain and return to pot.
- Stir in heavy cream over medium-low heat; gradually add cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg