Description

A delicious high-protein meal featuring tender honey garlic butter chicken paired with creamy mac and cheese, perfect for muscle-building or post-workout recovery.

Ingredients

2 large chicken breasts, diced
2 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 tbsp honey
2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp paprika
1 cup elbow macaroni
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup milk
Salt to taste
Chopped parsley for garnish

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Instructions

Boil macaroni in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add diced chicken, season with pepper and paprika, and cook until browned.
Push chicken to one side of the pan and add butter and garlic. Sauté garlic until fragrant.
Add honey and soy sauce to the pan. Stir everything together and simmer for 5–7 minutes until sauce thickens and chicken is cooked through.
In a separate pot, combine cooked macaroni, cheddar cheese, and milk. Stir over low heat until cheese is melted and sauce is creamy.
Serve honey garlic butter chicken over or alongside mac and cheese. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

Use whole grain or chickpea pasta for added protein.
Add steamed broccoli or peas for a vegetable boost.
Adjust honey amount for a sweeter or more savory flavor.