Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Honey Garlic Butter Chicken Mac and Cheese. This creamy, cheesy pasta dish features tender chicken enveloped in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, creating a flavor explosion that appeals to both kids and adults. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or cozy family gatherings, this one-pan wonder is not only satisfying but also versatile. Customize it with your favorite cheeses or add fresh veggies to make it your own. With just 35 minutes from start to finish, it’s the ideal meal for busy nights when you want something delicious without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, diced
- 2 cups dry elbow macaroni
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or mix)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente (7-8 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown (6-7 minutes).
- Push chicken to one side of the skillet; add remaining butter and garlic, cooking for 30 seconds. Drizzle honey over the mixture and let bubble for a minute.
- Stir in milk and chicken broth; bring to simmer. Gradually add cheese while stirring until melted.
- Toss in cooked macaroni, adjusting consistency with more milk if necessary. Season to taste.
- Optional: Transfer to an oven-safe dish, top with extra cheese, and broil until bubbly (2-3 minutes).
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg