Description
A delicious combination of sweet and spicy honey pepper chicken paired with creamy mac and cheese for the ultimate comfort meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Chicken:
- 2 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- For the Mac and Cheese:
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 teaspoon mustard powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, sriracha, black pepper, garlic powder, and salt.
- Marinate the chicken thighs in the mixture for 30 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Cook the Mac and Cheese:
- Boil macaroni according to package instructions; drain.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and stir in milk, cheese, mustard powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add cooked macaroni and stir until creamy.
- Serve:
- Plate the honey pepper chicken with a side of mac and cheese.
Notes
Ensure chicken is fully cooked to avoid foodborne illness. Adjust spice levels to taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 15g
- Fat: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 40g