Ingredients
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- 8 oz macaroni pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions, drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, cook chicken strips until golden and cooked through.
- In a small bowl, mix honey, black pepper, and chili flakes.
- Pour honey mixture over chicken, cook until glazed and slightly caramelized, remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, add milk and shredded cheese, stir until smooth and creamy.
- Combine cooked pasta with cheese sauce, top with honey pepper chicken, and garnish with herbs.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken with tofu for a Vegetarian option.
- Add extra cheese for a creamier texture.
- Adjust honey and pepper to taste for sweetness and spice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Easy, Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
