Honey Pepper Chicken Mac (Print Format)
Juicy chicken in a sweet-zesty sauce over rich, creamy mac and cheese. Comfort food done right.
# Ingredients:
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8 ounces of elbow macaroni.
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2 chicken breasts, boneless.
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1/2 cup of sweet honey.
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A tablespoon of olive oil.
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1/4 cup soy sauce, low sodium if preferred.
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2 cups of sharp cheddar cheese, shredded.
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2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour.
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1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar.
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1 teaspoon of ground black pepper.
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder.
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1/4 teaspoon crushed cayenne pepper.
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
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2 cups of milk, whole or 2%.
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1 cup mozzarella, shredded.
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2 tablespoons butter, unsalted.
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A handful of parsley, chopped.
# Steps:
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Sprinkle salt and pepper on the chicken. Heat oil in a pan and cook each side for about seven minutes until it's done.
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Mix honey, soy sauce, vinegar, and spices in a pan. Let it simmer and thicken up before adding sliced chicken.
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Cook the macaroni in salted water until tender. Follow the directions on the box for timing.
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Melt butter, stir in flour, then slowly pour in milk while stirring. Once thick, add cheeses and season as needed.
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Combine the creamy cheese sauce with the macaroni. Place the chicken on top and sprinkle parsley to finish.
# Tips:
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Feel free to adjust the spice level.
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Each part can be prepared ahead of time.
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Tastes best when served immediately.