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Hot Honey Chicken Mac N Cheese

  • Author: Sally Thompson
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

Hot Honey Chicken Mac N Cheese is the ultimate comfort dish that combines rich, creamy mac n cheese with crispy fried chicken glazed in sweet and spicy hot honey. Every bite offers an irresistible balance of textures and bold flavors, making it perfect for weeknight dinners, gatherings, or indulgent weekends.

Ingredients

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For the Mac N Cheese:

  • 12 oz elbow macaroni
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups whole milk (warm)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

For the Hot Honey Chicken:

  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced into cutlets or tenderloins)
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil (for frying)

For the Hot Honey Glaze:

  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 2 tsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Garnish:

  • Fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Hot Honey Glaze:
    In a small saucepan, gently heat honey, hot sauce, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine and set aside.

  2. Marinate the Chicken:
    Soak chicken in buttermilk seasoned with salt and pepper for at least 30 minutes.

  3. Cook the Pasta:
    Boil macaroni in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  4. Dredge and Fry Chicken:
    Mix flour with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Dredge chicken and fry in hot oil until golden and cooked through. Place on a wire rack.

  5. Make the Cheese Sauce:
    In a saucepan, melt butter. Whisk in flour to create a roux. Gradually add warm milk and cream, whisking until thickened. Stir in Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add cheeses and stir until smooth.

  6. Assemble the Mac N Cheese:
    Mix pasta with cheese sauce. Transfer to a baking dish, top with extra cheese, and bake at 375°F for about 10 minutes until bubbly.

  7. Glaze the Chicken:
    Brush fried chicken with hot honey glaze.

  8. Serve:
    Arrange glazed chicken on top of mac n cheese. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

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