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High Protein Honey Garlic Butter Chicken with Mac & Cheese

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  • Author: Molly Yeh
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

A delicious and protein-packed dish combining tender honey garlic butter chicken with creamy mac & cheese, perfect for a hearty meal.


Ingredients

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  • 2 large chicken breasts, cut into cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup elbow macaroni
  • 1 tablespoon butter (for mac & cheese)
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and pepper, to taste (for mac & cheese)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Boil a pot of water and cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook the cubed chicken until browned and cooked through. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Add butter to the skillet with the chicken, then stir in minced garlic. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in honey and soy sauce. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat and keep warm.
  5. In a separate saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon butter. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
  6. Gradually add milk while whisking continuously to form a smooth sauce. Cook for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
  7. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Add cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix well.
  9. Serve honey garlic butter chicken on top of the mac & cheese. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
  • Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
  • Try whole wheat pasta for added fiber.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 620
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 130mg