Sweet & Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken with Creamy Mac and Cheese
A delightful fusion of sweet honey and spicy black pepper chicken paired with rich, creamy mac and cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free Option Available
Ingredients
- Chicken thighs or breasts
- Honey
- Black pepper
- Soy sauce
- Olive oil
- Pasta of your choice
- Cheddar cheese
- Milk or cream
- Butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, mix together honey, soy sauce, olive oil, and black pepper to create your marinade.
- Place the chicken in a large resealable bag or a bowl and pour the marinade over it. Ensure the chicken is well-coated and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Arrange marinated chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- While the chicken is baking, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in milk and bring to a gentle simmer. Slowly whisk in cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add the drained pasta into the cheese sauce and stir until the pasta is well coated.
- Plate the cheesy pasta alongside your Sweet & Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken, and enjoy!
Notes
For added flavor, marinate the chicken for longer. Adjust black pepper to taste for spice preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg