Easy Honey Pepper Chicken Recipe Over Creamy Mac and Cheese

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Easy Honey Pepper Chicken Recipe Over Creamy Mac and Cheese
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Honey Pepper Chicken Recipe

A delicious, sweet and savory glazed chicken recipe served over creamy mac and cheese[span_0](start_span)[span_0](end_span). Perfect for a quick and comforting weeknight dinner!

Easy Honey Pepper Chicken Recipe

Golden honey pepper chicken glazed to perfection in a skillet[span_1](start_span)[span_1](end_span).

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast or tenders, cut into bite-sized pieces[span_2](start_span)[span_2](end_span)
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste, heavy on the black pepper)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter (for pan-searing)
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper (adjust to taste)
  • Prepared Macaroni and Cheese (for serving, optional)[span_3](start_span)[span_3](end_span)

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Prep the Chicken: Cut your chicken into bite-sized pieces or tenders[span_4](start_span)[span_4](end_span). Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer and sear until golden brown and cooked through (about 4–5 minutes per side)[span_5](start_span)[span_5](end_span).
  3. Mix the Sauce: While the chicken cooks, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and freshly cracked black pepper in a small bowl.
  4. Glaze the Chicken: Pour the honey pepper sauce directly over the cooked chicken in the skillet[span_6](start_span)[span_6](end_span). Reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken completely.
  5. Serve: Remove from heat and serve hot over a warm bed of creamy macaroni and cheese[span_7](start_span)[span_7](end_span). Garnish with extra black pepper or fresh herbs if desired!

Chef's Notes:

For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper into the sauce mixture!

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