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Creamy Four-Cheese Mac and Cheese with Honey Pepper Chicken will delight your taste buds!

A delicious and creamy four-cheese mac and cheese paired with honey pepper chicken, perfect for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Method
 

  1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.
  3. Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, cooking until the mixture thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cheddar, mozzarella, blue cheese, and Parmesan until melted and smooth. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  5. Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce, stirring to coat evenly. Remove from heat.
  6. In a small bowl, mix honey, black pepper, and paprika. Set aside.
  7. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Brush the honey pepper mixture over the chicken during the last minute of cooking.
  9. Serve the creamy mac and cheese topped with the honey pepper chicken.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cheese sauce.
  • You can substitute the chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option.

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