Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Honey Garlic Butter Chicken Mac and Cheese. This delightful dish features tender chicken sautéed in a rich honey garlic butter sauce, combined with creamy elbow macaroni and a melty cheese blend. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, it offers a wonderful balance of savory and sweet flavors that both kids and adults will love. With quick preparation and minimal cleanup, this one-pan wonder is not only delicious but also incredibly convenient.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 cups dry elbow macaroni
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water for 7-8 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown (about 6-7 minutes).
- Add remaining butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir for about 30 seconds before drizzling in honey.
- Pour in milk and chicken broth; bring to a simmer. Gradually stir in cheese until melted.
- Toss in the drained pasta, mixing well to coat. Adjust thickness with additional milk if necessary.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes of parsley or extra cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg