Ingredients
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- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions, drain and set aside.
- Mix honey and cracked pepper, marinate chicken slices in the mixture for 10 minutes.
- In a skillet, cook chicken until golden and glazed, about 5-6 minutes.
- In a saucepan, melt butter, add milk and cheese, stirring until smooth and creamy.
- Combine pasta with the cheese sauce, top with glazed chicken pieces, and garnish with herbs.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken with turkey or plant-based protein for variation.
- Adjust honey and pepper for preferred sweetness and spice level.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Nut-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg