Sweet & Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken Mac ‘n’ Cheese Comfort Bake
A creamy and comforting dish combining elbow macaroni, chicken, and a sweet-spicy honey pepper sauce, topped with melted cheese.
Equipment
- Oven
- Saucepan
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Dish
Ingredients
- 2 cups Elbow Macaroni
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 1 lb Chicken Breast cooked and diced
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 1 teaspoon Cracked Black Pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika optional
- 0.25 cup Breadcrumbs optional, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute to create a roux.
- Slowly whisk in the milk, stirring consistently until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and mix in the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until melted and creamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, cheese sauce, diced chicken, honey, cracked black pepper, salt, and paprika (if using). Stir until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish. If desired, sprinkle breadcrumbs on top for added crunch.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Serve warm and enjoy your Sweet & Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken Mac ‘n’ Cheese Comfort Bake!
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave, adding a splash of milk if needed.