Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of High-Protein Honey Garlic Butter Chicken with Mac & Cheese, a satisfying twist on classic comfort food. This recipe features tender chicken marinated in a luscious honey garlic butter sauce, paired perfectly with creamy, cheese-infused macaroni for a hearty meal. Ideal for busy weeknights or meal prepping, this dish balances nutrition and indulgence, keeping you fueled and satisfied. It’s not just delicious but also kid-friendly, making it a hit for the entire family.
Ingredients
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- 3 chicken breasts (cubed)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp avocado oil (or oil of choice)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp freshly chopped parsley
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated mozzarella
- 1/2 cup freshly grated cheddar cheese
- 12 oz elbow macaroni (cooked al dente)
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in olive oil, garlic, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for 10 minutes.
- Cook the marinated chicken in a skillet over medium heat for 10-15 minutes until cooked through. Stir in butter and honey before removing from heat.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat, add garlic until fragrant, then pour in heavy cream.
- Stir in cheeses and seasonings; mix until smooth.
- Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions; drain and rinse.
- Combine pasta with cheese sauce and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Serve warm or store in meal prep containers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 165mg