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High Protein Honey Garlic Butter Chicken with Cheesy Mac Delight

High Protein Honey Garlic Butter Chicken with Mac & Cheese
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A delicious and nutritious twist on comfort food, this High Protein Honey Garlic Butter Chicken pairs perfectly with cheesy mac and cheese for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken breast
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup macaroni
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. In a pan, melt butter over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Stir in honey and chicken breasts, cooking until chicken is browned and cooked through.
  4. Meanwhile, cook macaroni according to package instructions.
  5. In a separate pot, combine milk, cheese, salt, pepper, and paprika over low heat until melted and creamy.
  6. Mix cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce.
  7. Serve chicken on a bed of cheesy macaroni.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the honey garlic mixture for at least an hour before cooking.
  • Feel free to add vegetables like broccoli or spinach to the mac and cheese for added nutrition.

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Keywords: High Protein, Honey Garlic Butter Chicken, Cheesy Macaroni, Comfort Food

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