Description
Indulge in this mouthwatering Hot Honey Chicken Mac n Cheese Luscious, where creamy sharp cheddar cheese meets the sweet heat of hot honey and tender chicken. Perfect for cozy gatherings, this dish elevates traditional comfort food into a delightful culinary experience that will have your taste buds singing. Whether it’s game night or a family dinner, prepare for an unforgettable flavor explosion that keeps everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup hot honey
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side. Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from skillet and let rest.
- Cook macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour and cook for about 1 minute. Gradually add heavy cream while stirring until thickened, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine cooked macaroni with cheese sauce in a large bowl; stir to coat evenly. Drizzle with hot honey and mix again.
- Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish, top with extra cheddar if desired, and bake for about 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg