Sweet Spicy Honey Chicken Dish (Print Version)
Delicious honey pepper chicken paired with creamy macaroni cheese for a satisfying meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Honey Pepper Chicken
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/2 cup honey
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1/4 cup soy sauce
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
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1 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
→ Creamy Macaroni Cheese
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8 ounces macaroni pasta
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2 tablespoons butter
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 cups milk
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2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Chopped parsley for garnish
# Instructions:
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Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken until golden and fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, mix honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, ground black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground cayenne pepper. Simmer until thickened, stirring occasionally, for around 2-3 minutes.
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Slice the cooked chicken into strips and return to the skillet with the honey pepper sauce. Coat the chicken evenly with the sauce and set aside.
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Cook the macaroni pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a separate pot, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually whisk in milk to form a smooth sauce. Cook until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
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Remove the sauce from heat and stir in shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Mix the cooked pasta with the cheese sauce until well coated.
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Plate the creamy macaroni cheese and top with honey pepper chicken. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the dish for garnish.