Description
High Protein Honey Garlic Butter Chicken with Mac & Cheese is a satisfying and indulgent dish that combines tender chicken in a sweet and savory honey garlic butter glaze, paired with creamy high-protein macaroni and cheese for the ultimate comfort meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Mac & Cheese:
- 8 oz high-protein elbow macaroni (such as chickpea or lentil pasta)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 cup milk (dairy or high-protein plant-based)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon mustard powder (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and push chicken to one side. Add butter and garlic, sauté for 1–2 minutes.
- Stir in honey and soy sauce, mixing everything together. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
- Meanwhile, cook the macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
- Slowly add milk while whisking until smooth. Simmer until thickened, about 3–5 minutes.
- Stir in cheese, mustard powder (if using), salt, and pepper. Add cooked pasta and mix well to coat.
- Serve the honey garlic chicken alongside or over the mac & cheese. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker version.
- Add steamed broccoli or peas to the mac & cheese for extra veggies.
- For extra protein, use Greek yogurt in the cheese sauce instead of part of the milk.
- This dish reheats well for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 115mg