Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups dry macaroni pasta
- 1 lb boneless chicken breasts, diced
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook diced chicken until browned and cooked through. Mix honey and BBQ sauce, then toss with chicken and cook for 2 minutes.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and whisk in milk. Add shredded cheese gradually, stirring until smooth.
- Combine pasta with cheese sauce, then top with BBQ chicken pieces. Serve hot garnished with herbs.
Notes
- This dish can be prepared ahead; reheat gently to maintain creaminess.
- Use your favorite cheese for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Boiling, sautéing, simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High-Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg