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Honey Garlic Butter Chicken

Savor Every Bite of Honey Garlic Butter Chicken Delight

Enjoy the mouthwatering flavors of Honey Garlic Butter Chicken, a high-protein dish that's easy to make, budget-friendly, and sure to impress.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Breasts or thighs for flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced) fresh for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika or regular paprika for mild flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder use to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Parsley fresh is great if available
For the Mac & Cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Butter unsalted preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or milk for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese (freshly grated) for better melting
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (freshly grated) for better melting
  • 8 ounces Elbow Macaroni or whole wheat/gluten-free pasta

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Pot
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the chicken by cubing it, placing in a bowl, drizzling with olive oil, and adding minced garlic, smoked paprika, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat and marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Cook the marinated chicken in a skillet over medium heat for 10-15 minutes until browned and reaches 165°F (74°C). Stir in butter and honey to create a glaze, finishing with chopped parsley.
  3. Prepare the mac & cheese sauce by adding another tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Add minced garlic and sauté, then pour in heavy cream, stirring occasionally until bubbling.
  4. Melt the cheese by gradually adding mozzarella and cheddar to the cream mixture, stirring until smooth. Season with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Cook the pasta by boiling salted water, adding elbow macaroni, and cooking until al dente (about 7-8 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
  6. Combine the dish by adding the drained pasta to the cheese sauce, stirring gently to coat. Simmer on low for 5 minutes.
  7. Serve the Honey Garlic Butter Chicken with mac and cheese warm, either plated individually or family-style.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers; they stay fresh for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.

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