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Sweet and Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken with Macaroni Cheese

  • Author: Chef Mia

Description

Welcome to this deliciously bold and comforting recipe! TheSweet and Spicy Honey Pepper Chickenpaired withCreamy Macaroni Cheesebrings together rich textures and flavors that are sure to delight your taste buds. This meal combines the perfect balance of sweet honey, spicy pepper chicken, and creamy, gooey macaroni, making it the ultimate comfort food for any night.

Ingredients

  • Optional substitutions:

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breastswith salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat theolive oilin a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Cook the chickenfor about 6-7 minutes on each side until it turns golden brown. Once cooked, set the chicken aside.
  4. In the same skillet,add the honey, soy sauce, vinegar, ground black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne.
  5. Let the saucesimmer for 2-3 minutesuntil it thickens slightly.
  6. Slice the chickeninto strips and return it to the skillet, ensuring the pieces are well-coated with the sauce.
  7. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil andcook the macaroniuntil al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
  8. In a pot, melt thebutterover medium heat and stir in theflourto create a roux.
  9. Slowlywhisk in the milkuntil the mixture is smooth and thickened.
  10. Remove from heat andadd the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
  11. Season the sauce withsalt and pepperto taste.
  12. Mix the cooked macaroniwith the cheese sauce until fully coated.
  13. Plate the creamy macaroni cheese, top it with the honey pepper chicken slices, and garnish withchopped parsley.

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