Savory High Protein Honey Garlic Butter Chicken Mac Recipe
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Author:sophieb
Total Time:90 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Description
Delicious high protein honey garlic butter chicken paired with cheesy mac Elevate your dinner with this tasty proteinpacked dish
Ingredients
Scale
4 pieces (about 1.5 lbs) of Chicken breast
1/4 cup of Honey
4 cloves of Garlic, minced
1/4 cup of Butter
2 cups of Macaroni pasta
2 cups of Cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup of Milk
Salt and pepper to taste
2 Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Chicken – Rinse the chicken breast under cold water and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 2: Make the Honey Garlic Butter Sauce – Melt the butter, add minced garlic, sauté for 1 minute, then stir in honey and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Step 3: Cook the Chicken – Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), transfer chicken to a greased baking dish, pour sauce over it, and bake for 35-40 minutes until cooked through.
Step 4: Boil the Pasta – Bring salted water to a boil and cook macaroni until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Step 5: Prepare the Cheese Sauce – Combine milk and shredded cheese over low heat, stirring until melted. Mix in the cooked pasta.
Step 6: Serve It Up – Serve chicken with mac and cheese, drizzle remaining sauce over chicken, and garnish with green onions.
Notes
This High Protein Honey Garlic Butter Chicken with Mac & Cheese is a deliciously satisfying meal with over 40 grams of protein per serving, the perfect dish for comfort lovers striving for nutritious meals.
