Creamy Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese Delight You’ll Love
A deliciously creamy mac and cheese dish with a hint of sweetness from honey and a spicy kick from black pepper, featuring tender chicken pieces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Nut-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, combine milk, cream cheese, and cheddar cheese over medium heat, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Add the shredded chicken, honey, and black pepper; mix well.
- Fold in the macaroni and continue to heat until warmed through.
- Season with salt to taste and serve immediately.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add additional black pepper.
- Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese, Mac and Cheese, Comfort Food