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High Protein Honey Garlic Butter Chicken with Mac & Cheese

High Protein Honey Garlic Butter Chicken with Mac & Cheese Bliss

This High Protein Honey Garlic Butter Chicken with Mac & Cheese is a comforting, nutritious meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts cubed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or any oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley or fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
For Cooking the Chicken
  • 1 tablespoon Avocado Oil or oil of choice
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Honey
  • 2 tablespoons Freshly Chopped Parsley for garnish
For the Mac & Cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 cup Freshly Grated Mozzarella
  • 1 cup Freshly Grated Cheddar Cheese
  • 8 ounces Elbow Macaroni
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine cubed chicken breasts, olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Let the chicken marinate for about 10 minutes.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat, adding avocado oil. Add the marinated chicken pieces in a single layer and cook for 10-15 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
  3. Reduce heat to low, then mix in butter, honey, and chopped parsley to create a sticky glaze.
  4. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of butter and minced garlic over medium heat. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Pour in heavy cream, allowing it to come to a gentle bubble while stirring frequently.
  6. Reduce the heat to low and stir in mozzarella and cheddar cheese until it forms a smooth, creamy sauce.
  7. Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and rinse.
  8. Add the drained elbow macaroni to the cheese sauce in the skillet. Let it simmer over low heat for about 5 minutes, mixing well.
  9. Serve the high protein honey garlic butter chicken over creamy mac and cheese while warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 42gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, use fresh ingredients and cheeses. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days in the fridge.

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