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Instructions:
1. Make the Honey Pepper Chicken:
– Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
– Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
– In the same skillet, mix honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Simmer until the sauce slightly thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
– Slice the chicken into strips and return to the skillet, coating well with the honey pepper sauce. Keep warm while preparing the macaroni cheese.
2. Prepare the Creamy Macaroni Cheese:
– Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
– In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring continuously.
– Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Continue cooking until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
– Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar and mozzarella until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
– Combine the pasta with the cheese sauce until well coated.
3. Serve:
– Serve the creamy macaroni cheese topped with honey pepper chicken strips.
– Garnish with chopped parsley for added freshness.
– Enjoy this delectable sweet and spicy dish with rich, creamy macaroni cheese
