Copycat Applebee’s Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese Delight
A delicious copycat recipe for Applebee’s Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 1 cup pepper jack cheese, shredded
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, then add the cubed chicken. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- In a separate pot, combine the heavy cream and honey, stirring until well mixed.
- Add the cooked macaroni, cheeses, and the chicken mixture to the pot. Stir until the cheese has melted and everything is well combined.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese and honey if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier version, consider adding jalapeños or sriracha sauce.
- Feel free to substitute with different types of cheese based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 700
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Copycat Applebee’s Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese