Honey Garlic Butter Chicken Mac and Cheese: Irresistibly Creamy
This honey garlic butter chicken mac and cheese is a delightful combination of savory and sweet, creating a creamy and satisfying dish that will become a family favorite.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Not specified
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and add the garlic.
- Stir in the shredded chicken and cook until heated through.
- Add the honey and soy sauce, stirring to combine.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Mix in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet and stir until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- This dish can be topped with additional cheese before serving for extra flavor.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Honey Garlic Butter Chicken Mac and Cheese, creamy pasta, comfort food