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High Protein Honey Garlic Butter Chicken

High Protein Honey Garlic Butter Chicken You'll Crave

This High Protein Honey Garlic Butter Chicken recipe is nutritious and comforting, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Can substitute with thighs for juiciness
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can replace with neutral oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
For the Honey Garlic Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Coconut oil can be used for dairy-free
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is preferred
  • 1/4 cup Honey Mild-clover honey is recommended
For the Mac & Cheese
  • 2 cups Elbow Macaroni Gluten-free pasta can be used
  • 1 cup Milk Dairy-free options work well
  • 1 1/2 cups Cheddar Cheese Dairy-free cheese alternatives may be used
  • 2 tablespoons Flour Gluten-free flour can substitute
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Parsley or Chives For freshness and color

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Pot
  • saucepan
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sear chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Make the honey garlic sauce by melting butter, sautéing garlic, and adding honey and salt to thicken.
  4. Cook elbow macaroni in boiling salted water for 7-9 minutes until al dente, then drain.
  5. Prepare the cheese sauce by melting butter, whisking in flour, and gradually adding milk and cheese until creamy.
  6. Combine the macaroni with the cheese sauce and cook for 2 minutes over low heat.
  7. Plate mac and cheese, top with chicken slices, drizzle sauce, and garnish with parsley or chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 48gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Let chicken rest after cooking to retain moisture. Adjust honey in sauce for preferred sweetness.

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