High Protein Honey Garlic Butter Chicken with Mac & Cheese Bliss
Enjoy a delicious and nutritious meal with High Protein Honey Garlic Butter Chicken served alongside creamy Mac & Cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
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- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 box macaroni and cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, butter, and garlic powder. Cook over medium heat until butter is melted.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then pour the honey garlic mixture over them.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- While the chicken is baking, prepare the macaroni and cheese according to package instructions.
- Once cooked, stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Serve chicken over mac and cheese, drizzled with remaining sauce.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for an hour before cooking.
- Use whole wheat macaroni for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 95mg