Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken with Mac and Cheese: Easy and Indulgent
This Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken with Mac and Cheese is the perfect blend of sweet and savory, making it an indulgent meal that’s easy to prepare.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 1 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 4 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Marinate chicken thighs in honey, black pepper, garlic powder, and salt for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a separate pot, melt butter and add milk and shredded cheddar cheese; stir until smooth.
- Combine cooked macaroni with cheese sauce and paprika.
- Grill or bake marinated chicken until fully cooked.
- Serve chicken over mac and cheese, drizzling with any remaining honey marinade.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add cayenne pepper to the marinade.
- Leftover chicken can be used in sandwiches or salads.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 800
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken, Mac and Cheese, easy recipe