High-Protein Honey Garlic Butter Chicken with Mac & Cheese – Creamy, Comforting, and Delicious
High-Protein Honey Garlic Butter Chicken with Mac & Cheese is a creamy and comforting meal, combining tender chicken in a honey garlic butter sauce with cheesy macaroni for a protein-packed dish perfect for weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 8 oz elbow macaroni (or pasta of choice)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup milk (or more for creaminess)
- 1 tsp mustard powder (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook 5–7 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked.
- Add garlic to the skillet, sauté 1 minute. Stir in honey and remaining butter, coat chicken in the sauce.
- In a saucepan, combine milk and cheddar cheese over medium heat. Stir until smooth. Add mustard powder if using. Season with salt and pepper. Mix in cooked macaroni.
- Plate chicken over mac & cheese. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For extra protein, toss in steamed broccoli or peas into mac & cheese.
- Use freshly grated cheddar for creamier texture.
- Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.