Description
Indulge in this delicious High Protein Honey Garlic Butter Chicken served with creamy Mac & Cheese. A perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors that will satisfy your cravings for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
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For Honey Garlic Butter Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
For Mac & Cheese:
- 8 ounces high-protein elbow macaroni
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup milk (2% or whole)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Macaroni: Prepare high-protein macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: In a skillet, cook chicken in olive oil until browned. Set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: Sauté garlic in butter, then add honey, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes. Add chicken back to coat.
- Make the Mac & Cheese: Melt butter in a saucepan, add milk, cheddar, and Parmesan. Mix in cooked pasta.
- Serve: Enjoy the honey garlic butter chicken over the creamy mac & cheese.
Notes
- Try chickpea or lentil pasta for extra protein.
- Add steamed broccoli or spinach for a nutritious boost.
- Adjust honey and soy sauce to taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
