Description

A delicious and high-protein meal featuring tender honey garlic butter chicken served with creamy mac and cheese. Perfect for muscle-building or post-workout recovery.

Ingredients

2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp honey
2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup elbow macaroni
1 tbsp butter (for mac & cheese)
1/2 cup milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tbsp Greek yogurt (optional, for creaminess)
Salt to taste (for mac & cheese)

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Instructions

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt butter, add minced garlic, and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in honey and soy sauce, bring to a simmer, and return the chicken to the skillet. Spoon sauce over the chicken and simmer for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
Meanwhile, cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and return to pot.
Add butter, milk, shredded cheese, and optional Greek yogurt to the pasta. Stir until creamy and well combined. Season with salt as needed.
Serve the honey garlic butter chicken over or alongside the mac and cheese.

Notes

Use low-fat cheese and milk for a lighter mac and cheese.
Add steamed broccoli for extra fiber and nutrients.
Greek yogurt adds creaminess and extra protein to the mac and cheese.