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Sweet and Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken: The Best Comfort Meal with Mac and Cheese

Sweet and Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken with Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

A delicious blend of sweet and spicy flavors in a comfort food classic.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. Toss chicken thighs in the mixture and place them on a baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  5. Meanwhile, cook macaroni according to package instructions; drain.
  6. In a pot, melt butter, add milk, and stir in cheese until melted.
  7. Add cooked macaroni to cheese sauce and mix well.
  8. Serve chicken over a bed of macaroni and cheese.

Notes

  • For extra spice, add red pepper flakes to the honey mixture.
  • Can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts.

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Keywords: Sweet and Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken, Macaroni and Cheese, Comfort Food