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High Protein Honey Garlic Butter Chicken with Mac

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A comforting dish that combines juicy chicken and creamy mac and cheese with the sweetness of honey and savory garlic.

Ingredients

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  • 3 Chicken Breasts, Cubed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika
  • 2 teaspoons Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley
  • 2 teaspoons Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 3 tablespoons Avocado Oil (or oil of choice)
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley, Chopped
  • 2 additional tablespoons Butter
  • 4 cloves Garlic, Minced (again!)
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream
  • 0.5 cup Mozzarella, Freshly Grated
  • 0.5 cup Cheddar Cheese, Freshly Grated
  • 12 oz Elbow Macaroni
  • 2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika (again!)
  • 2 teaspoons Garlic Powder (again!)
  • 2 teaspoons Salt (retain this from above)
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper (retain this from above)

Instructions

  1. Sauté the Chicken in a large skillet with 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
  2. Add the minced garlic and butter; cook for an additional minute, then drizzle in the honey and caramelize for 2 minutes.
  3. Cook the Macaroni in salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
  4. Create the Creamy Sauce in the same skillet with additional butter and garlic, then add heavy cream and cheeses until smooth.
  5. Combine everything by adding cooked macaroni and honey garlic chicken, adjusting seasoning as needed.
  6. Plate the dish, garnish with fresh parsley and extra cheese, then serve warm!

Notes

Serve in rustic bowls with a side salad and crusty bread to enhance the meal.

Nutrition

Keywords: chicken, mac and cheese, comfort food, honey garlic, high protein

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