Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of High-Protein Honey Garlic Butter Chicken with Mac & Cheese, a dish that combines juicy chicken and creamy pasta for a satisfying meal. This delightful recipe is not only packed with protein to support your fitness goals, but it’s also quick to prepare—perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Each bite bursts with the sweet and savory notes of honey garlic sauce, complemented by rich macaroni and cheese. Enjoy this family-friendly favorite that will please both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 chicken breasts (cubed)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tbsp avocado oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 12 oz elbow macaroni (cooked al dente)
- Freshly grated mozzarella and cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Marinate cubed chicken in olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, and pepper for 10 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat; cook marinated chicken for 10–15 minutes until fully cooked. Stir in butter, honey, and chopped parsley.
- In the same skillet, add more butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and let it gently bubble.
- Stir in grated mozzarella and cheddar until melted. Add cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Serve warm or divide into containers for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg