Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese

Try our irresistible Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese recipe, where crispy
chicken meets a luscious honey pepper glaze and creamy cheese.

Servings: 4

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Prep Time
20 minutes

Cook Time
30 minutes

Main Course

American

chicken cheese Macaroni

Instructions

1 Bake or fry the chicken tenders according to the package instructions or use
homemade chicken strips if preferred, then set aside.
2 Cook the spiral pasta following the package directions until al dente.
3 In a medium saucepan, combine all the ingredients for the honey pepper sauce and
bring to a boil. Lower the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring
frequently until the sauce begins to thicken. Remove from heat and let it cool
slightly.
4 For the cheese sauce, melt the butter together with the heavy cream in a large
skillet over medium heat. Once melted, gradually stir in the cheeses, one at a
time, until completely melted and smooth. Add the minced garlic and continue
stirring until fully blended. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5 Mix the cooked pasta with the cheese sauce in the large skillet, stirring until
fully coated. Fold in the crumbled bacon and mix well.
6 Dip each chicken tender into the honey pepper sauce, coating thoroughly. Set
aside.
7 Serve the cheesy pasta topped with the honey pepper chicken strips, and garnish
with chopped basil and extra bacon if desired.