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High Protein Honey Garlic Chicken with Mac & Cheese


  • Author: annamuller
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A delicious and protein-rich dish combining sweet honey, savory garlic, and tender chicken breast, perfect for meal prep and weight loss.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb Hähnchenbrust
  • 1/4 cup Honig
  • 3 cloves Knoblauch, minced
  • 1/4 cup Sojasauce
  • 8 oz Macaroni
  • 2 cups Käse (e.g. Cheddar)
  • 1 cup Milch
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken breast in a mixture of honey, garlic, and soy sauce.
  2. Heat a pan and sauté the marinated chicken until fully cooked.
  3. Boil the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente.
  4. Mix milk, butter, and cheese in a separate bowl to create the cheese sauce.
  5. Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce.
  6. Serve the sautéed chicken over a bed of macaroni and cheese.

Notes

For a healthier option, add more vegetables like broccoli or spinach. Perfect for meal prep; can be stored in airtight containers.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing, Boiling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: high protein, honey garlic chicken, mac and cheese, healthy meals, meal prep